RE: absence of proof -Reply

["Weiner, Ruth" <rfweine@sandia.gov>]

I guess I have to weigh in on this one.   Last November I discussed the EPA
stance on the LNT theory with a very good person from Senator Domenici's
office.  The Senator's attitude then was "Congress can't really do science."
About a month ago, the Senator's office was much more ready to consider
putting some pressure on EPA.

I think there is serious concern about EPA's (and other agencies') continued
adherence to the LNT theory in spite of the growing evidence for rethinking
radiation damage.  I believe we should push for a Congressional hearing on
this matter.  I know what everyone thinks of politicians, but Congress is
really the only agency outside the White House that can pressure EPA.

Clearly only my own opinion.
Ruth F. Weiner, Ph. D.
Sandia National Laboratories 
MS 0718, POB 5800
Albuquerque, NM 87185-0718
505-844-4791; fax 505-844-0244
rfweine@sandia.gov
-----Original Message-----
From: Michael S Ford [mailto:MFORD@pantex.com]
Sent: Monday, April 19, 1999 11:34 AM
To: Multiple recipients of list
Subject: absence of proof -Reply


Mike,  out of curiosity.... does the view look any better from Brazil or
is it just as absurd as being close up?  :-)

I'm curious just how one derives a "linear risk coefficient from
significantly non-linear exposure-response data ..."  'Anyone seen
my rubber graph paper?

On the subject of SAB/RAC, is anyone planning on participating in
the 27 April teleconference?  I'll be listening in ....

Fritz and Joe, thanks very much for taking the time to (once again)
cast your light on the mushrooms!

v/r
Michael
mford@pantex.com
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