I came across Roger Sr's work many years ago, in my quest to understand this climate issue. Through that your name came up (a fortunate effect of early google algorithms), and I have followed your contributions in the field of climate and disasters ever since.
Thank you for you continued efforts, know that they are important for very many people. You set a standard of integrity that invokes recognition and respect.
I’ve read your work for years and appreciate the honest, impartial manner in which you share your insight into highly complex issues. The tendency for modern academics to stifle dissent on issues is one of the main reasons I left academe shortly before completing my Ph.D. It’s sad that higher education now has a “party line” that’s necessary to toe in order to succeed. Keep up the good work!
Dr. Pielke, My heartiest congratulations on weathering the storm for so long -- I have weathered storms at sea that seemed like they would never end, but do eventually and am personally dealing with a Cancel Culture attack (writ small, but still very upsetting). I am awed by your strength of character.
You are a role model for so many young scientists who daily have to make the decision to either stand fast for their honest scientific findings or to "go along to get along".
If you haven't already, you might consider writing an article for quillette.com. It has specialised in accounts of academic / institutional cancellation. In fact, that's where I came across your name first, referenced by Michael Shellenberger and others. I'm certain they'd be interested in an article on your experiences.
Perhaps an investigation should be launched by an independent outside group to examine your treatment by the U of C? Sounds like a hostile work environment.. perhaps there are no rules against that at universities?
To quote Lone Watie, in The Outlaw Josey Wales, "Endeavor to Persevere" Ron
I came across Roger Sr's work many years ago, in my quest to understand this climate issue. Through that your name came up (a fortunate effect of early google algorithms), and I have followed your contributions in the field of climate and disasters ever since.
Thank you for you continued efforts, know that they are important for very many people. You set a standard of integrity that invokes recognition and respect.
I’ve read your work for years and appreciate the honest, impartial manner in which you share your insight into highly complex issues. The tendency for modern academics to stifle dissent on issues is one of the main reasons I left academe shortly before completing my Ph.D. It’s sad that higher education now has a “party line” that’s necessary to toe in order to succeed. Keep up the good work!
Dr. Pielke, My heartiest congratulations on weathering the storm for so long -- I have weathered storms at sea that seemed like they would never end, but do eventually and am personally dealing with a Cancel Culture attack (writ small, but still very upsetting). I am awed by your strength of character.
You are a role model for so many young scientists who daily have to make the decision to either stand fast for their honest scientific findings or to "go along to get along".
Thank you.
Kip Hansen
If you haven't already, you might consider writing an article for quillette.com. It has specialised in accounts of academic / institutional cancellation. In fact, that's where I came across your name first, referenced by Michael Shellenberger and others. I'm certain they'd be interested in an article on your experiences.
Perhaps an investigation should be launched by an independent outside group to examine your treatment by the U of C? Sounds like a hostile work environment.. perhaps there are no rules against that at universities?