I hear today that NIWA has fired Dr Jim Salinger for apparently consorting with the media without prior approval.
This guy has been communicating science to the public for years. Surely with his experience he is entitled to help out the media without being vetted by the thought police.
Are NIWA scientists gagged from expressing their own opinions? Or are their thoughts controlled by those who place perceived commercial sensitivity before freedom of expression and sharing of ideas?
I bet there is more to this than just unauthorised talking to the media.
This guy has been communicating science to the public for years. Surely with his experience he is entitled to help out the media without being vetted by the thought police.
Are NIWA scientists gagged from expressing their own opinions? Or are their thoughts controlled by those who place perceived commercial sensitivity before freedom of expression and sharing of ideas?
I bet there is more to this than just unauthorised talking to the media.
