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From: sharp@noao.UUCP (Nigel Sharp)
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Subject: Re: Parapsychology
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Date: Mon, 28-Oct-85 21:46:36 EST
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>> ... much quotation omitted .... see original

> This statement is pure, unadaulterated horse hockey.  I know of no scientist
> who is informed as to the status of paranormal research and is not
> participating in such research who considers the top parapsychologist as being
> any other than "scientist" and fully capable people.
>  .....
> >The best way for ensuring the data is not mishandled is by allowing outside
> >observers who are informed about the research to analyze the data
> >through any series of tests possible.
> 
> And this isn't done?  I would love for you to mention some of the names of
> the many scientist you think have looked at the field in depth and who think
> it's all a joke.  (No I don't think the amazing Randi qualifies as a
> scientist.)

There are many, but before you make such statements, noone said it was a joke,
and very few of the investigators say so either.  For a lot of careful work,
try C.E.M.Hansel's book "ESP and Parapsychology: A Critical Re-Evaluation".
Hansel is an internationally respected psychologist and a Professor at the
University of Manchester in England.
> 
> Sincerely waiting but not holding my breath -- Dave Trissel

What are you waiting for ?  I would love to see some responsible proof
of ESP etc., but I'm not holding my breath either (although I used to be
able to manage 3 minutes whilst actively swimming, I'm not so fit now).
-- 

	Nigel Sharp     National Optical Astronomy Observatories
			Tucson, Arizona			(602) 325-9273	

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