Doug Mann wrote: > Occam's Razor: one should not increase, beyond what is > necessary, the number of entities required to explain anything.
Ack! An example of how to misrepresent rationality to lend credibility to an irrational argument. Occam's Razor refers to the complexity of supposedly factual explanations, not the complexity of paranoid fantasies. Here's an equally valid and less complex conspiracy theory to explain the Zimmermann Affair: God willed it. It is through divine intention hat the FBI is persecuting Mr. Zimmerman. God is testing Mr. Zimmerman's faith and righteousness. The FBI is only an instrument of God's will. I think that Green Party supporters could do a better job of prompting their other candidates by sticking to rational and believable strategies rather than pseudo- scientific spin. I was impressed when the Green's challenged the FBI to come forward with an indictment. It's a great strategy because: 1) It gives the appearance of integrity; 2) Puts on the best face for to continue supporting their other candidates; and 3) It is a no lose strategy because the FBI won't be rushed anyway and if Mr. Zimmerman is guilty the Party can always claim that they took the higher moral ground. Michael Atherton Prospect Park REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
