"The best test of whether something should be banned is not 'is it distasteful?' but 'is anyone harmed?'"

From a leader (editorial to you, Americanzi) about the practice of creating genetic chimeras in the current (January 13, 2007) issue of The Economist.

The test above perfectly summarizes my point of view — same as it ever was since I was a teenager.

I may not be right but at least I'm consistent.

You idiot — not that picture....

Note: A position on my crack research team™ has suddenly become available.

Apply within.

We are an equal opportunity employer: any fool can make her- or himself right at home without any worries.

Many currently do.

But I digress.