[Finny]

I think they refuse to consider the evidence because they want to stay level-headed, if you get my gist. It's safer and it's probably smarter. Hell, I don't know. I don't even know why these threads fascinate me so much, except as an interesting study in human nature. I think folks who couldn't handle it instinctively know that. The time isn't here yet, apparently, so ... *shrugs*

In other words, ya got me! All I know is that the day it is *announced* that alien beings are here, will be the beginning of terrifying times.

[mission9]

I believe that if the Alien presence is admitted, it would actually strengthen our institutions such as patriotism, government, and religion. In times of flux people grab for the familiar. This society has been thoroughly prepared for such an announcement by entertainment (comics to movies, TV, songs, and etc.) and nonfiction books for many years.