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To: Wharf Rat who wrote (21985)6/20/2008 12:48:32 PM
From: average joe  Respond to of 36917
 
"In science, we would like to think that there are no taboos and that all subjects should be available for research. Not so, unfortunately... What do the terms "cold fusion," "UFO," "Velikovsky" stir in the minds of academics? The simple answers is often nothing short of contempt."

Contempt is an ugly word, but not far off the mark.

Contempt is an intense feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior, base, or worthless—it is similar to scorn. Contempt is also defined as the state of being despised or dishonored ... Source: en.wikipedia.org

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