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We were very fortunate to have this opportunity.
It is instructive to review the way in which this editorial was written. First, for the past several years and as a part of our monthly work on
Access to Energy, we have extracted much information about the relevant science from various referenced publications. These publications were written by dedicated scientists in many organizations who have been working to gather and disseminate the truth about this issue.Then, for our November 1997 issue, we selected 16 figures and other data from previous issues that summarized the global warming facts and arguments and explained them as simply as possible. That November issue was recommended to
The Wall Street Journal by an especially prominent man who is a reader of Access to Energy. This led the Journal to ask that we condense these arguments to two figures and 1200 words. Zachary and I, with the help of an outstanding scientist in this field, carried out this condensation and provided the best text of which we were capable. Then professional editors at the Journal enhanced our text and figures, producing a much improved article for publication as the lead editorial feature of December 4th.The point is that an editorial like this does not just happen. It is not the product of a couple of guys with talented pens. It stands instead upon the shoulders of the work of many remarkable people, and, for December 4th, it made a portion of the truth into world-wide news.
Perhaps it did some damage to our enemies. Appearing as it did at the pivotal point of the Kyoto meeting, we would like to believe that it was a part of the considerations of those more than 100 nations that refused to sign the treaty. We would like to believe that, at least briefly,
it rattled Al Gore's cage. Maybe it did neither, but we like to believe.Another point, however, is that on December 5th it was yesterday's news. Quoted for a few more days by various publications and journalists, it then drifted into the background of words with which the world is inundated. Proudly ensconced in a frame in Zachary's room (and soon to be similarly ensconced in my room as well), it ceased to be a factor in the global warming debate. What do we do for an encore? We cannot state the truth more plainly. How do we convince people to keep reading it?
As regards this editorial itself, we hope that the readers of
Access to Energy will decide to perpetuate and extend its effect. It would be helpful if copies of this editorial were to pile up in the offices of Congressmen, Senators, and newspaper editors - in sufficient numbers that they cannot ignore it.To this end,
The Wall Street Journal has given permission for us to send a copy to every reader of Access to Energy and, more importantly, has given permission for every reader of Access to Energy to make all of the copies they wish for further distribution. The Journal requires only that all copies include the copyright and permission notice printed at the bottom of the enclosed copy.Since the editorial is an odd size and is most readable if it is not reduced, we have printed a large number of extras and will send them without cost to every reader who requests them. Simply send us a note saying how many you wish to distribute. Return postage will be appreciated but is not required.
We do not represent that this is an earthshaking shot at our mutual enemies. It is, however, the best shot that we have managed so far, and we respectfully ask your help in extending its effects.
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Vol. 25, No. 5
Newsletter: Access to Energy Newsletter Archive Volume: Issues Issue/No.: Vol. 25, No. 5 Date: January 01, 1998 04:26 PM Title: Perceived Reality
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