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Re: what do you think of editorals regarding the environment?
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Wed, 30 May 2001 11:22:59 GMT
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Christopher Tracey writes:
> This syndicated column appear in today's issue of the Toledo Blade:
> http://www.jewishworldreview.com/cols/sowell052401.asp
Good lord, and he calls Environmentalists bigots??? That has got to be one of
the most disgusting pieces of religious conservative propoganda I've ever read.
I'd say more, but it would probably be a TOS violation. ;)
> I have never before in my life seen such misunderstanding and
> miscommunication of facts in a single editorial. Disregarding the
> authors philosphical points, he has almost (and potentially zero) no
> grasp of basic scientific concepts- most notably the concept of forest
> succesion.
Not to mention a basic lack of respect towards other creatures on this planet.
To me, he is basically saying that as long as we don't care, it doesn't matter
what happens to other creatures. A very disturbing view, if you ask me.
> Enough of my thoughts for now. I'm curious to know what other people
> think of this editorial. Do you believe any of it? Does it color your
> views? Should facts be checked in opinion pieces?
I'd have to say that facts should be checked. It only hurts the author if they
misrepresent the facts and get called on it.
Jeff
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