Awhile back I sent a strongly worded email to US Representative David Wu (using the form on his webpage) criticizing his remarks against metric (at least in regards to it being used in football). Mr. Wu is one of the Representatives from my state of Oregon. Yesterday I received a typed and signed letter, in the mail, from him saying:
Dear Gavin Young: Thank you for contacting me regarding your concerns about the role the metric unit system plays in US competitiveness. I appreciate hearing from you on these very important issues. As a member of the House Science Committee, I have always supported the advancement of science. I am a strong proponent of investing in research and technology, which maintains America's leadership in scientific research. As you may know, although the United States has not fully adopted the metric unit system, the metric unit system is used in all fields of scientific research supported by the federal government. I share your opinion regarding the simplicity and versatility of the metric unit system, whch enhances the transferability of the important advances and discoveries within the scientific communities in the US and abroad. Yet I believe that America's partial use of metric unit system does not necessarily compromise America's competitiveness. Once again, thank you for writing me. If I can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to call me at 503-326-2901 or 800-422-403. With warm regards, David Wu Member of Congress. -- Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.8/71 - Release Date: 2005-08-12
