REFLECTOR: Global Warming
Richard J. Gentil
richard at naples-air-center.com
Thu Aug 17 07:59:00 CDT 2006
Carl,
There are plenty of people out there that worship in the temple of
Global Warming, but I will go with 100% it is political too. ;-)
Richard
P.S. As a side note, I love watching the Hollywood Elite preach Global
Warming at a press conference and then promptly get into their SUV
Motorcade and drive off. =-O
Carl Hoffman wrote:
> Global Warming is neither Science or Religion. It's Politics!
>
> Richard J. Gentil wrote:
>> Fred,
>>
>> Global Warming is not a science, it is a religion. I find it quite
>> arrogant to think we have the power to change the weather. Now if you
>> are a believer of this religion, I just ask for you to have someone
>> create a hurricane or something a little simpler like a tornado or
>> even just make it rain on demand. I will be there in your corner the
>> day you can make that happen.
>>
>> But for now, this is about building an aircraft we all really love.
>>
>> Lets keep it there,
>>
>> Richard
>>
>> Fred Marconi wrote:
>>> Dear friends:
>>>
>>> To all that were supportive, thank your for the kind words. Also
>>> thank you to those that have shown the other side of the coin. My
>>> concern was not political but rather one that should concern us
>>> all. We cannot deny that we do pollute the earth and that the world
>>> population is placing great demands on mother nature. Al Gore or
>>> not this is not debatable, it's a scientific fact. No one can argue
>>> that there are more people on earth today that they were 500 years
>>> ago. The earth is not flat.
>>>
>>> As a pilot now more than a builder, for I completed my project two
>>> years ago, I am not happy for the days I cannot fly due to severe
>>> weather conditions. If what we are doing is having an effect on my,
>>> our, ability to be on the air, I would like to take the actions
>>> necessary to make a change.
>>>
>>> We spend a great deal of time in constructing an airplane that is
>>> not for short hops but rather for long distance travel. Weather
>>> becomes a big issue to us when wanting to reach our destination.
>>> IFR is interesting but I do enjoy the clear skies and being able to
>>> see mother earth when I fly, the sights are awesome.
>>>
>>> Just a thought,
>>> Fred
>>> N244FM
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> *From:* Kent Murley <mailto:kent at orbital.aero>
>>> *To:* Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list
>>> <mailto:reflector at tvbf.org>
>>> *Sent:* Monday, August 14, 2006 1:11 AM
>>> *Subject:* Re: REFLECTOR: Global Warming
>>>
>>> Good for you, Fred, for speaking up. Only with open minded
>>> discussion do issues get addressed or solved. People that go out
>>> of their way to deny there is an issue offend me because they
>>> tend to be wrong in the long run, yet never see or admit they
>>> were wrong.
>>>
>>> Off-topic? That's BS. Only a few of us could afford the time or
>>> money to attend the fly-ins at Rough River, Grayson Co., or
>>> Airventure but we didn't whine or post offensive remarks about
>>> other posts about motels and rendezvous.
>>>
>>> Off-topic, eh? An issue about advances in engine efficiency and
>>> emissions in a forum about experimental airplanes? According to
>>> people who claim that it is off-topic, the only proper venue for
>>> the issue of global warming is in a room full of ecologists with
>>> no political pull. In my experience such vociferous people are
>>> afraid of change for monetary or other selfish reasons.
>>>
>>> I don't agree gasohol is the way to go (and my parents put me
>>> through college raising corn) but I applaud Fred for speaking up
>>> against those who wear blinders or those who see the big picture
>>> and try to weasel out of it with negativity and bullying. If you
>>> can't say anything nice...
>>>
>>> If your posts respond to anyone in a negative manner I wish
>>> you'd just grow up. Maybe take kindergarten again. Think before
>>> you press Send.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed
>>> individuals can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing
>>> that ever has." Margaret Mead
>>>
>>> Kent Murley
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Fred Marconi wrote:
>>>> Dear Friends:
>>>>
>>>> I know this site is not to be used for things other than
>>>> airplane issues but this concern merits attention by all and we
>>>> as pilots must take action in finding and promoting engines
>>>> that are more efficient and cleaner for the environment, even
>>>> find ways in converting our present engines to gasohol.
>>>>
>>>> Last night I saw the movie "Inconvenient Truth" I highly
>>>> recommend it, not as it would be nice but as something of
>>>> urgency. It is a root awakening to what is happening in the
>>>> world today and what WILL happen in our lifetime if we do not
>>>> take action. Our future and that of our children is most
>>>> definitely at stake.
>>>>
>>>> Please forward this message to as many people as you know.
>>>>
>>>> The web sites below should be of interest.
>>>>
>>>> Fred
>>>>
>>>> http://www.climatecrisis.net/takeaction/
>>>>
>>>> http://www.stopglobalwarming.org/sgw_headlines.asp?id9&c=7
>>>> <http://www.stopglobalwarming.org/sgw_headlines.asp?id9&c=7>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
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