Gary,

I originally wrote a pretty comprehensive reply, but then I got to thinking about how Justin's buttons are just as hot as yours on this subject. He's probably grinding his teeth already, and I think I should confine it if I can.

I originally wanted to discuss just the narrow question of how to respond to H&B's paper. I wanted to stay focused on the fact that they produced what looks like a professional scientific paper. Appearances matter in public opinion, and this paper picks up influence from following the form of a mainstream paper. It'll carry the field by default if there's no equally strong challenge.

That's probably just barely on-topic, and feeding the flames of anti-anomalist sentiment are probably just outside the topic. I don't want to be a virtual troll and bring down the Wrath of Justin...

--Robert