[split] On the validation of Theories

[Torsten]

All the stuff about the tropes of bungling experts vs. bright newcomers, or the delving into people's (overt or hidden) motivation is only distracting, and while it can be annoying, it is best ignored as much as possible.

The point is about "ignoring facts that don't suit you".

The one you are discussing in posts #12 onwards

You say it yourself, the discussion was about "ignoring facts that don't suit you".