[adorno]

At the same time, they're cautious because no one likes to make a big announcement and then have to say "never mind."

Why not?

What makes them so special?

Global warming "scientists" don't mind making big announcements after they "discover" big things with their "research". Let's make the announcements and let's do all kinds of jumping to conclusions, and then, once we gather enough opinions, we can claim through consensus that, the science is settled and that, life on Mars exists, and it might threaten life here on earth.

[albionin]

Gee I never thought of that. I hope the Mar’s rover washes its hands before coming back to Earth. Sorry, couldn’t resist.