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In reply to the discussion: Study linking GM crops and cancer questioned. [View all]HuckleB
(35,773 posts)First, let's point out the fallacy of false equivalency.
No, youre not entitled to your opinion
http://theconversation.edu.au/no-youre-not-entitled-to-your-opinion-9978
Then, let's clarify that the consensus on the study in the OP is that it is crap.
EU rejects French scientist report linking GM corn to cancer
http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/eu-rejects-french-scientist-report-linking-gm-corn-cancer-article-1.1175725?localLinksEnabled=false
Damning Report Questions Monsanto Genetically Modified Corn Study
http://www.citywatchla.com/component/content/article/317-8box-right/3879-damning-report-questions-monsanto-genetically-modified-corn-study
Then, let's start to acknowledge that DU should be a place science is first and foremost, and where pseudo-science attacks should be few and far between.
GMO Opponents Are the Climate Skeptics of the Left
http://www.slate.com/articles/health_and_science/science/2012/09/are_gmo_foods_safe_opponents_are_skewing_the_science_to_scare_people_.html
Rachel Carsons dream of a science-based agriculture may come as a surprise to those who believe that sustainability and technology are incompatible.
http://scienceblogs.com/tomorrowstable/2012/09/24/rachel-carsons-dream-of-a-science-based-agriculture-may-come-as-a-surprise-to-those-who-believe-that-sustainability-and-technology-are-incompatible/
It not ethical to spread fear via pseudo-science.