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Aug 2011

I point to the increased fire danger and I point to Folklorama. That's all

"I point to the increase in autism and I point to internet use. That's all."

Neuroscientist (of sorts) Lady Susan Greenfield

It appears the latest trend is creating Greenfieldisms; by offhandedly implying causation where only correlation exists. Carl Zimmer has collected a bunch which are excellent:

"I point to Alzheimer's and I point to cheese doodles. That's all."

"I point to the deliciousness of waffles and I point to Belgians. That's all."

"I point to diabetes and I point to cats. That's all."

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