ebola/crapola

[Hilbert Leslie]

> While the general public may "listen in" to the discussions, these
> newsgroups are intended primarily for communications between
> researchers. There are other forums on Usenet such as sci.bio
> for the asking and answering of biological questions from lay persons.

> I dont mind "lay people" lurking or posting in this group.  But I do mind
> people quoting "the Hot Zone" or "The Coming Plague" or "Outbreak" like

> No flames please...

UUUHHHH, HEEELLLLOOO- if you have to request "no flames", you should soon 
smell your boxers ingniting any minute 'cuz you _know_ some one is gonna 
flame your a&&.

Anyway, interesting commentary.  I'm an avid reader of a volleyball group 
that serves all interest levels and the highest level coaches, officials 
and administrators actually take time to answer even the most elementary 
questions from time to time.  While _of course_ you can't compare a 
recreation group to an academicians group by any stretch of the 
imagination (note: very sarcastic tone), the level of understanding and 
sharing on the VB group is refreshing.

Carry on, delusional viral paranoia and academic elitism is a delightful 
and entertaining mix...