Discovery of Error Sparks Demand for Censorship [semi-satire]

Semi-News/Semi-Satire ^ | 11 Oct 2015 | John Semmens

[John Semmens]

An Australian electrical engineer named Dr David Evans discovered a mathematical error in the model used to predict global warming that exaggerated the impact of carbon dioxide 10-fold. Basically, the effects of CO2 on climate are far lower than has been assumed.

While most reasonable people would find this reassuring, Philippe Sands QC, an international law specialist and Professor of Law at University College London, did not. Alleging that “the publicity given to Dr. Evans’ finding could seriously undermine efforts to mitigate climate change,” Sands argued for “the suppression of contradictory evidence and arguments that might thwart action.”

“In theory, freedom of speech is a good thing,” Sands opined. “But when the fate of the planet is at stake it is a luxury humanity cannot afford.” Sands said he “would not be opposed to imprisoning climate change opponents under some circumstances.”

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[Still Thinking]

While most reasonable people would find this reassuring, Philippe Sands QC, an international law specialist and Professor of Law at University College London, did not. Alleging that “the publicity given to Dr. Evans’ finding could seriously undermine efforts to mitigate climate change,” Sands argued for “the suppression of contradictory evidence and arguments that might thwart action.”

His "plan" is to defeat global warming by working to limit the factor he tacitly admits doesn't significantly cause it?? That's the hill he wants to die on? They actually pay this moron to be a college professor?? We're doomed!