Finally, I would remind you to notice where the claim of consensus is invoked. Consensus is invoked only in situations where the science is not solid… - Michael Crichton

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Finally, I would remind you to notice where the claim of consensus is invoked. Consensus is invoked only in situations where the science is not solid enough. Nobody says the consensus of scientists agrees that E=mc<sup>2</sup>. Nobody says the consensus is that the sun is 93 million miles away. It would never occur to anyone to speak that way.

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John Michael Crichton (pronounced [kraɪtən]) (23 October 1942 – 4 November 2008) was an American best-selling author, physician, producer, director and screenwriter, best known for his work in the science fiction, medical fiction and thriller genres. His books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide, and many have been adapted into films.

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Pen Names: Michael Douglas Jeffery Hudson John Lange
Birth Name: John Michael Crichton

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