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convolvatron on Aug 12, 2023 | parent | context | favorite | on: We need scientific dissidents

I really question the utility engaging in debate with people who have absolutely no knowledge of virology, Chinese (or other) bioweapon research, lab safety protocols, or even China. forget politics for a moment, its just a waste of time if you are just defending something you heard on the internet because you think its likely true.

AlbertCory on Aug 12, 2023 [–]

Unfortunately, once scientists become politicians, they open themselves up to that.

convolvatron on Aug 12, 2023 | [–]

its true. I don't have a good answer. but trying to create policy based on which uniformed faction shouts the loudest is clearly a crap strategy.

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