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To: The Philosopher who wrote (4064)	2/14/2001 11:08:37 PM
From: cosmicforce	Read Replies (1) of 6089

all we have are opinions and definitions. I think that is disingenuous. Some opinions appear to be tightly held with only a belief. Other opinions appear to be more externally referenced and transferable. I think saying that all there is are opinions is tantamount to saying that spiritual healing, western medicine and shamanism are all equally valid in all circumstances. Personally, I hold the opinion that the track record for people that believe in western medicine is better for some ailments and worse for others. This point can be argued but presumably such argument would be based upon data. I'm certainly open to any system that can produce results. Opinions on the subject of medical efficacy that don't rely upon data are highly suspect IMO. Now see, that is my opinion. I could be wrong, but I'm willing to go head to head with a believer in some form of potential quackery and test the prediction power of my theories versus their claims. I would gladly accept I'm wrong if the data said so. If a theory isn't predictive it isn't very good. An opinion not based upon a data-based theory is empty.

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