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Richard Littlemore

23 September 06

Bring it on, Dr. S. Fred Singer

Tags: Dr. S. Fred Singer, General, libel, Tim Ball

There seems to be a chilly pattern developing, with climate change deniers suing, or threatening to sue, when someone questions their credentials (as in the case of Dr. Tim Ball) or their motivations (as in the case of Dr. S. Fred Singer).
For the record - and in specific response to the most recent demand for "redress" from Dr. Singer's lawyer (attached) - the DeSmogBlog is willing to stand accountable for anything that we have published. That includes apologizing quickly and sincerely when it can be demonstrated that we have made a mistake. Or not, when it cannot.

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#72604

The Nematode. +0; Mon, 2007-04-23 14:41; more Canadian lawsuits regarding environmental activists

The Nematode (not verified)

http://uncrooked.pbwiki.com/the%20lawsuit%20documents suggests that others whose motives, competence and credentials in the environmental movement have been questioned, have also resorted to the lawsuit tactic.

#576

Ian Forrester. +0; Sat, 2006-09-23 06:18; Certain words but be blocked on Singer's computer

Ian Forrester (not verified)

Some body must have installed filters on Singer's computer which block anything containing "tobacco and fraud".

Does he think that the Statute of Limitations wipes the slate clean?

Ian Forrester

#577

Tartly Critical. +0; Sat, 2006-09-23 20:28; RE: "when it can be

Tartly Critical (not verified)

RE: "when it can be demonstrated that we have made a mistake."

I was taught it differently - that responsibility for accuracy lies with the person or institution making the allegation.

#579

John Lefebvre. +1; Sun, 2006-09-24 09:02; We're careful, not perfect

John Lefebvre

I have made a few quite colorful mistakes in my life and I have apologized when I discovered my error. I am not here to suggest that I won't also make a mistake in the future (I'm sure you'll be immediately helpful, should the occasion arise).
In this case, however, we have made an extra effort to ensure the accuracy of our allegations: read the post. If you see anything less than convincing in Dr. Singer's previous relationships with big tobacco and big oil, I'll be happy to hear about it.

#586

Eli Rabett. +0; Mon, 2006-09-25 16:58; The only thing I can see

Eli Rabett (not verified)

Is that SEPP is not specifically mentioned in the Tobacco Institute correspondence although it is part of his CV.

#590

John Lefebvre. +1; Tue, 2006-09-26 06:34; That's a tempting reference

John Lefebvre

You have the Tobacco Inst. on Singer's CV? Is it in one of the more distant corners of the rabettrun?

About the climate cover-up

Democracy is utterly dependent upon an electorate that is accurately informed. In promoting climate change denial (and often denying their responsibility for doing so) industry has done more than endanger the environment. It has undermined democracy.

There is a vast difference between putting forth a point of view, honestly held, and intentionally sowing the seeds of confusion. Free speech does not include the right to deceive. Deception is not a point of view. And the right to disagree does not include a right to intentionally subvert the public awareness.

Although all public relations professionals are bound by a duty to not knowingly mislead the public, some have executed comprehensive campaigns of misinformation on behalf of industry clients on issues ranging from tobacco and asbestos to seat belts.

Lately, these fringe players have turned their efforts to creating confusion about climate change. This PR campaign could not be accomplished without the compliance of media as well as the assent and participation of leaders in government and business.

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