Chris -

I beg to differ. If there is a signal or information related to possible near future seismic activity, it is of interest. I'm a lay person when it comes to quakes. However, I think that EQF's posting might play into a greater pool of information if indeed something does occur. Conversely, would it mean anything if he posted after the fact saying he had information? Clearly, he would be suspected of conjuring the information to fit the predetermined result.

If this information is not worthwhile, I would like you to set forth the standards for what is.

The unfortunate part of scientific discourse is the brash criticism with which sharing information meets. As a fairly serious amateur astronomer, I unfortunately see a lot of interesting information (if not "alternative" thought) unfairly dumped on because it does not meet the latest standards or fit within the latest paradiegm. This is an age old problem in science; a problem which has caused unquantifiable grief for those seeking to share new ideas.

I know that there is some pretty serious disagreement between some members of this board. So, in the absence of free exchange of information, kindly set forth the standards for thought.

Tony