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LETTERS, Page 16"Abominable No Man" Rifkin
Social activist Jeremy Rifkin is definitely not "The Most Hated
Man in Science" (PROFILE, Dec. 4). But he would like to be. I have
debated many issues with Rifkin, and know that he has forced
discussion of topics that might otherwise not have been aired. His
problem is that he attacks important and unimportant problems with
the same ardor. He is aware that he can get the most publicity by
playing the devil's advocate. Someday, when he begins to see the
good in science and technology and the potentially useful
applications for improving the human condition, he will become a
respected voice.
Fred Rapp, Professor and Chairman
Department of Microbiology
Pennsylvania State University
Hershey, Pa.
If Rifkin could have prevented the invention of matches, I am
sure he would have. Can you imagine his environmental-impact
statement? We would be back to striking rocks together to light a
fire.
Harry Harwood
New York City
It is easy to fault Rifkin for his gadfly tactics and use of
hyperbole, but he is not fighting on a level field. Frequently in
opposition to him are powerful generals -- general indifference,
General Electric and General Motors, as well as various generals
in the Pentagon.
Robert Forman
Toledo