Month: May 2013

Freedom of Speech For Scientists?

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    Freedom of Speech For Scientists? I would like to consider what constrains, if any, scientists have in announcing “new” findings. In particular, what constraints are there when the public pronouncements are on issues that could have important regulatory or political impacts? I am not referring to the normal avenue of scientific endeavor.  I … Read more

Why We Are All Leemings (at least most of the time)

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Cass Sunstein On Rumours Summary     I have just finished Cass Sunstein’s short book – just  100 pages – “On Rumours”.   Sunstein is a prolific author. He is former Professor of Chicago in law and political science. He is close to President Obahama. He’s now at Harvard Law School. But, unlike many academics, … Read more