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To: epicure who wrote (93684)	1/14/2005 12:16:10 PM
From: epicure	Respond to of 108807

"So Patterson is no ally of the creationists, nor does he doubt the veracity of common descent. Eugenie Scott, the author of the article in _NCSE Reports_, concluded: "The 'Patterson story' illustrates two common creationist enthusiasms: taking statements out of context, and refusing to recognize corrections when made." She's absolutely on the mark, and the creationists are completely off it."

To: epicure who wrote (93684)	1/14/2005 12:35:34 PM
From: J. C. Dithers	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 108807

Yes, I see we cross-posted on poor Colin Patterson. My take is that this is a perfect example of a scientist trying to express heartfelt doubts to trusted colleagues, and then being intimidated into a retraction of sorts to placate his peers. All in all I think it is a sad commentary on the pressures to conform in science. No doubt your take is different. (I'm off to the pressures of the 3-D world for the rest of the day)