Rethinking Through Our Temptations
Since the public records request was filed against fourteen public scientists, its intent has become increasingly clearer. It is nothing more than a hunt for words to smear a few visible public teachers and researchers that engage public dialog in animal and plant biotechnology. The effects are larger, scientists feel a violation of privacy, intimidation, and are less likely to reach out to lay audiences, which is what we should be doing most. This is a malicious waste of public resources, and a hunt to harm those that said nothing outside the scientific consensus. Baseless personal attacks still hurt, but the truth is out there. Let's resist the urge to put others through this legal invasion of privacy. (Millions?) Over the last week I have heard calls to return the favor. They came from those impacted by the US-RTK action and our supporters. Yes, there are a few individuals with university ties that decry transgenic plant technology. Some have suggeste