The Reactionary Principle

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I recently referred to the Precautionary Principle and cautioned against the typical misconceptions. As a contrast, here is a discussion of the Reactionay Principle. Excerpt:

The reactionary principle operates through these key components (referring back to the list for precaution may be useful):

1. requiring incontrovertible evidence of harm for each hazard before taking preventive action;

2. placing the burden on the public (or government agencies) to show that each chemical, material or technology is harmful;

3. not considering potential health and environmental impacts when designing new materials and technologies; and

4. discouraging public participation in decision-making about control of hazards and introduction of new technologies.

http://www.precaution.org/lib/07/ht071031.htm#The_Reactionary_Principle_Inaction_for_Public_Health

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Carl Grimes

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