It was political correctness—and transparently so—just as it was for Lawrence Summers, Chris Brand and Frank Ellis before him.
“’What is ethically wrong is the hounding, by what can only be described as an illiberal and intolerant “thought police”, of one of the most distinguished scientists of our time, out of the Science Museum, and maybe out of the laboratory that he has devoted much of his life to, building up a world-class reputation”
It was political correctness—and transparently so—just as it was for Lawrence Summers, Chris Brand and Frank Ellis before him.
“’What is ethically wrong is the hounding, by what can only be described as an illiberal and intolerant “thought police”, of one of the most distinguished scientists of our time, out of the Science Museum, and maybe out of the laboratory that he has devoted much of his life to, building up a world-class reputation”
Richard Dawkins.