“It is typical of the US to ignore the global context in which this is taking place.”
I can just hear Dr. Schuklenk, in a Basil Fawlty-ish voice – Typical! Just typical! But maybe with a name like Schuklenk, at a Scottish U., he wouldn't sound much like Basil Fawlty at all.
Via Mr. Sullivan.
PETA’s big lie:
Just so you know. The false suggestion that the research is aimed at curing homosexuality was made by PETA. Yes, the animal rights group.
Of course PETA has their own motives for receiving press on this story. In fact, PETA heavily edited quotes by the researchers and even fabricated information to generate press coverage. Many weeks ago, a writer in the states looked into PETA false claims. Here’s what he found:
Posted by: newmanj on January 2, 2007 01:30 PM
Yes, we're well aware of PETA's antics around here. Thanks for the link.
Posted by: David Fleck on January 2, 2007 08:27 PM
-boggle-
...seriously, the people who made "Election" and "Citizen Ruth" should look into that story for their next flick; that is some rich rich material right there. oh, my.