Editor:
I cannot ignore letters suggesting that your paper shut down climate deniers, especially from someone purporting to have a background in science and teaching. Dr. James Pawley’s position is indefensible and short-sighted, which destroys his credibility and reflects badly on those of us who otherwise agree with climate concerns. People who are unconvinced are our best allies in spreading the message, truth be told.
I wish to publicly distance myself from his censorship idea, which is a shameful embarrassment. The whole idea of silencing those who disagree is counterproductive and abhorrent. If scientists and teachers are unwilling to openly engage in civil debate with respect and tolerance, there is no point to any independent scientific search for the truth.
And likewise, with John Gleeson’s impatient editorial on the local climate debate, which is more than a little myopic. After all, John, what’s it all about?
Joe Harrison, Garden Bay
