[tacticalogic]

In this situation, I discount the science on the side of those advocating a political or ideological agenda.

In this case, I am indeed "filling in the blanks."

That's understandable. I tend to do the same thing. That includes ideological agendas based on theology.

[Alamo-Girl]

This is why I enjoy so much the forest v trees discussions: we are able to actually gain some ground in mutual understanding and respect.

And that is why for years I have sought out betty boop's essay-posts - she always takes the forest view. Arguing about trees can be quite entertaining but I do not find it as productive.