Re: Fwd: oyster creek watch meeting 9/7

["Sandy Perle" <sandyfl@earthlink.net>]

Hello Michael:

> The following announcement will give you an idea of where Norm is coming 
> from when he posts questions / comments to radsafe.

The above is line with what Norm has already told us, that he doesn't 
believe any nuclear plant to be safe, and in the end, they all should 
be cut down. While I don't agree, for many reasons, including the 
statistics that demonstrate that nuclear has been at the top of the 
"safeness" list when comparing to other industries, and, the 
excellent track record we've had, Norm and others feel differently. 
Their membership in groups such as those referenced in sig lines is 
better than not knowing which groups an individual supports, or, is a 
leader. There is no difference in these individuals being a member of 
an organization that espouses their beliefs, than any of us being a 
member of HPS, ANS or other pro-nuclear organization. 

The important point in all of this is that we maintain an open 
dialogue. When it becomes clear that the message is not being 
accepted, not based on the science, but simply on pure beliefs 
without foundation, then we should refrain from continuing the 
dialogue with the individual, and focus on others, who are willing to 
listen, debate and hopefully come to a logical and reasonable 
conclusion. 

What I find funny is the numerous number of individuals her eon 
Radsafe who blast all of these groups for not listening to the 
arguments, saying that they will not respond anymore to these 
nonsense comments, and then turn around and begin the debate again! 
Who is the facilitator of these nonsensical dialogues! I think we're 
losing that battle, and, becoming the puppet of others. If we're 
going to discuss issues, let's discuss the issues with those who are 
willing to hold an honest dialogue, no matter where it concludes.

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