X-Message-Number: 17562 From: "robin helweg-larsen" <> Subject: darwin/ettinger/smith Date: Sat, 15 Sep 2001 10:25:49 -0400 A greater threat to our chances of revival may come from intolerance and political hatred than anything else. I phrase this in very general terms, but I am including the 'Chiller' (novel) scenario, religion- exacerbated terrorism, individual psychopathology, and a military response to a social problem. Let's at least try to leave international politics out of our cryonics discussions. I'm reminded of the story of a 19th century dinner party: "And what is your religion, sir?" "Madam, all men of sense are of the same religion." "And what religion is that?" "Madam, men of sense never say." That said, I quite agree with those who wish to share their personal experiences - that is useful for all of us. I have no problem with other people who wish to present other experiences that might tend to different conclusions. I see less value in arguing hypothetically about whose conclusions are correct. Cryonics patients represent a cross-section of humanity as broad as admissions to any other regional hospital. Politics should not be a screening question on the admission form. Robin HL Rate This Message: http://www.cryonet.org/cgi-bin/rate.cgi?msg=17562