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The Chicken Little Agenda: Debunking "Experts'" Lies
The sky is not falling-the global greenhouse in not out of control, the ozone layer is still there, and the Cold War is over! Finally, a book that contradicts the Chicken Little mentality by arguing that most of these concerns are scare tactics used to persuade the ordinary citizen. Robert G. Williscroft firmly establishes that the sky is not falling. By using scientific research and solid reasoning, he explains some of the most disturbing problems facing our nation including global warming, the safety of nuclear power, the politics of education, and the oxymoron of government efficiency. With a clear message, he discerns what is true from what is merely Chicken Little gibberish. The Chicken Little Debunking "Experts'" Lies examines the overriding issues of today's gloomy view, providing detailed insight into what is really happening in the world. By utilizing documented scientific evidence including recent startling discoveries about the so-called "greenhouse effect," Robert G. Williscroft presents alternative views to those of the doomsayers. Dr. Williscroft
278 pages, Paperback
First published May 15, 2006
About the author
Robert G. Williscroft
49 books83 followersDr. Robert G. Williscroft is a retired submarine officer, deep-sea and saturation diver, scientist, author, and a lifelong adventurer. He spent twenty-two months underwater, a year in the equatorial Pacific, three years in the Arctic ice pack, and a year at the Geographic South Pole. He holds degrees in Marine Physics and Meteorology and a doctorate for developing a system to protect scuba divers in contaminated water. A prolific author of both non-fiction, submarine technothrillers, and hard science fiction, he lives in Centennial, Colorado.
Dr. Williscroft is a member of Colorado Author’s League, Independent Association of Science Fiction & Fantasy Authors, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association, Libertarian Futurist Society, Los Angeles Adventurers’ Club, Mensa, Military Officer’s Association, U.S. Sub Vets, American Legion, and the NRA, and now spends most of his time writing his next book, speaking to various regional groups, and hanging out with the girl of his dreams, Jill, and her two cats.
Dr. Williscroft is a member of Colorado Author’s League, Independent Association of Science Fiction & Fantasy Authors, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association, Libertarian Futurist Society, Los Angeles Adventurers’ Club, Mensa, Military Officer’s Association, U.S. Sub Vets, American Legion, and the NRA, and now spends most of his time writing his next book, speaking to various regional groups, and hanging out with the girl of his dreams, Jill, and her two cats.
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January 31, 2009
Such an interesting book! It's one I would definitely like to read again.
September 6, 2024
This is a collection of common sense, logical, science-based responses to many of the so-called-experts' claims that are thrown around today's society. It's a good begiinning for those who are willing to stand up to the lies that are constantly being shouted at us.
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August 23, 2025
I would highly recommend this book. Nice to see someone use logic and reason to slay the bug-a-boos that so-called leaders and mainstream media are constantly scaring the unsuspecting public with.
February 25, 2019
Great Book
From oil spills to my nuclear power. This book is a great informational tool to learn all about nuclear power. This book was filled with detail and was quite fascinating. Good job.
From oil spills to my nuclear power. This book is a great informational tool to learn all about nuclear power. This book was filled with detail and was quite fascinating. Good job.
August 9, 2022
The Sky is Not Falling, and Other Things are All Right, too
I have been conditioned to believe that this planet is in imminent peril because of such factors as smokestacks spewing junk into the air. However, scientist Robert G. Williscroft convincingly debunks such a belief. He writes that “we need not worry about putting carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.” Why not? Because “the sun is in charge.” According to him, “global warming and cooling” is caused by “known variations in solar output from the sun.”
Throughout this study, the author is critical of the EPA and the Greens for being alarmist and suppressing information that doesn’t fit their agenda. What I found most convincing was the author’s extensive knowledge concerning the myth of climate change. He writes that “Hundreds of other studies conducted over the last quarter-century have used proxies ranging from tree rings in Russia’s Kola Peninsula to water levels of the Nile. They all show that the sun [not man-made activity] appears to drive climate change.” While he agrees that environmental issues are serious, he emphasizes that it is wrong “to downplay the remarkable resilience and recovery powers of nature.”
As for nuclear power plants, he feels that Chicken Littles shouldn’t wave “their fearful hands in the air” over them when they don’t worry about gasoline, which is demonstrably dangerous. Besides, most radiation “is benign,” and we depend on nuclear power every day for numerous services.
While Williscroft is critical of Chicken Littles who squawk at the fall of every acorn, he keeps his approach balanced. Does he feel we should forget about the need to protect our environment and just let it rip? No. There is always room for common sense. He writes, ”While we have determined that the need to reduce greenhouse gases is not a dire emergency, it seems prudent to take reasonable steps over time to lower the amount of these gases we put into the atmosphere.” How can we do this? By using alternate sources of power such as Breeder Reactors and solar-powered satellites.
In my opinion, what most elevates this book are the number of other problems that the author addresses and proposes remedies for. For example, he is a Chicken Little when it comes to American education, which he describes as a “disaster”. His discussion of this subject and the solution he offers would, in itself, be a worthy subject for a separate book.
Other Chicken-Little subjects include the sometimes humorously incompetent IRS and the fear of a worldwide nuclear war, especially one that produces “a long-term ice age.” Williscroft mentions the Doomsday Clock, which he sees as part of the “far-left agenda,” designed to “inject fear and panic into the social context.” He also considers chemical and biological weapons, as well as Stinger missiles. In short, he takes time to examine all the significant threats that mankind faces in the future and explores ways to protect ourselves against them. He concludes with an optimistic view of the future in which “The Sky is not falling” and “never will.” I think that most readers will believe him and share his confidence.
I have been conditioned to believe that this planet is in imminent peril because of such factors as smokestacks spewing junk into the air. However, scientist Robert G. Williscroft convincingly debunks such a belief. He writes that “we need not worry about putting carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.” Why not? Because “the sun is in charge.” According to him, “global warming and cooling” is caused by “known variations in solar output from the sun.”
Throughout this study, the author is critical of the EPA and the Greens for being alarmist and suppressing information that doesn’t fit their agenda. What I found most convincing was the author’s extensive knowledge concerning the myth of climate change. He writes that “Hundreds of other studies conducted over the last quarter-century have used proxies ranging from tree rings in Russia’s Kola Peninsula to water levels of the Nile. They all show that the sun [not man-made activity] appears to drive climate change.” While he agrees that environmental issues are serious, he emphasizes that it is wrong “to downplay the remarkable resilience and recovery powers of nature.”
As for nuclear power plants, he feels that Chicken Littles shouldn’t wave “their fearful hands in the air” over them when they don’t worry about gasoline, which is demonstrably dangerous. Besides, most radiation “is benign,” and we depend on nuclear power every day for numerous services.
While Williscroft is critical of Chicken Littles who squawk at the fall of every acorn, he keeps his approach balanced. Does he feel we should forget about the need to protect our environment and just let it rip? No. There is always room for common sense. He writes, ”While we have determined that the need to reduce greenhouse gases is not a dire emergency, it seems prudent to take reasonable steps over time to lower the amount of these gases we put into the atmosphere.” How can we do this? By using alternate sources of power such as Breeder Reactors and solar-powered satellites.
In my opinion, what most elevates this book are the number of other problems that the author addresses and proposes remedies for. For example, he is a Chicken Little when it comes to American education, which he describes as a “disaster”. His discussion of this subject and the solution he offers would, in itself, be a worthy subject for a separate book.
Other Chicken-Little subjects include the sometimes humorously incompetent IRS and the fear of a worldwide nuclear war, especially one that produces “a long-term ice age.” Williscroft mentions the Doomsday Clock, which he sees as part of the “far-left agenda,” designed to “inject fear and panic into the social context.” He also considers chemical and biological weapons, as well as Stinger missiles. In short, he takes time to examine all the significant threats that mankind faces in the future and explores ways to protect ourselves against them. He concludes with an optimistic view of the future in which “The Sky is not falling” and “never will.” I think that most readers will believe him and share his confidence.
March 1, 2016
At first, I didn't like this book. To me, the writing was not very good. The information shared gripped me and I got over the style issues. There is a lot of information shared on various issues. I. The end, I liked this book.
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