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I finally got around to reading that letter. Two comments: First, it is extremely poor scholarship. The authors make a series of allegations, but there are no references to specific acts. Maybe those in the academic/cultural in crowd might know what they're referring to, but the overwhelming majority of us don't. So we're left with no way of knowing whether these allegations are blatantly false, or exaggerations, or whether they are valid. This goes to the second point: The entire piece is written without a thought in mind to working class people. And this from some, like Chomsky, who claim to be on our side. Sure, many workers can be insensitive, but still contrary to what the writers seem to think, our experiences and views do matter. John Reimann -- *“Science and socialism go hand-in-hand.” *Felicity Dowling Check out:https:http://oaklandsocialist.com also on Facebook _________________________________________________________ Full posting guidelines at: http://www.marxmail.org/sub.htm Set your options at: https://lists.csbs.utah.edu/options/marxism/archive%40mail-archive.com
