Autzoo.1445
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utzoo!henry
Fri Feb 26 16:14:44 1982
quasar beliefs
I know nothing about the facts of the particular case of the astronomer
who may lose his observing time because of unconventional beliefs about
quasars.  But it is worth remembering that just because somebody holds
unconventional beliefs about some sacred cow does NOT mean that his
research is well-organized, properly thought out, and deserving of
observing time.  If his observing time is imperiled BECAUSE of his views,
that is deplorable.  But don't forget that there may be a simpler and
less dramatic explanation.

I confess to a strong suspicion myself that the standard "cosmological"
explanation of quasars is incorrect, but that does not blind me to the
possibility that people who agree with me may not be organizing their
work well enough to deserve time on scarce and expensive facilities.