{"id":1772,"date":"2025-03-10T09:39:26","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T09:39:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/the-why-would-they-of-uap-2\/"},"modified":"2025-03-10T09:39:26","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T09:39:26","slug":"the-why-would-they-of-uap-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/the-why-would-they-of-uap-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The “Why would they?” of UAP"},"content":{"rendered":"

The “Why Would They?” Question in UAP Discussions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Having spent nearly 40 years studying UFOs and UAPs as a scientist, I’ve often found myself frustrated by the irrational reasoning used by skeptics and debunkers alike. A recent viewing of an old clip of Muhammad Ali on The Johnny Carson Show brought this to mind. During that segment, Ali mentioned seeing a mysterious bright orb in the sky that exhibited strange behavior.<\/p>\n

This took place in the 1970s, where laughter and skepticism were prevalent. After some lighthearted banter, Carson asked Ali why he thought aliens would behave that way. In doing so, he expected a direct explanation from someone simply sharing their experience. This tactic is frequently employed by those with an agenda to discredit, and it reflects a flawed understanding even among some well-meaning skeptics.<\/p>\n

It’s important to recognize that witnessing a phenomenon does not obligate the observer to explain it. That responsibility lies with scientists. Yet, because of the prevailing skepticism and cultural ridicule surrounding this topic\u2014something I\u2019ve noticed even Neil deGrasse Tyson partake in\u2014detractors often redirect the burden of knowledge onto the observer, demanding explanations that simply aren\u2019t warranted.<\/p>\n

This is counterproductive thinking.<\/p>\n

As a side note, I\u2019m reminded of another narrow-minded objection commonly voiced by debunkers: “If UFOs were real, we would detect them on RADAR!” Ironically, even some scientists clung to this argument long after the advent of stealth technology rendered it outdated.<\/p>\n

For those who have been in this field for a while, I go way back. I was acquainted with Maccabee, Friedman, Deardorff, and Ed Mitchell, and I\u2019ve spent considerable time conversing with witnesses to significant events, including Ret. Col. Halt.<\/p>\n

I always hoped to track down Travis Walton for a dinner conversation, but that opportunity never materialized.<\/p>\n

And now, there’s yet another layer of confusion to navigate with the “yeah, but” crowd. “Yeah, but some witnesses try to explain what they saw!” <\/p>\n

Let me clarify: my argument is rooted in fact and irrefutable logic. The majority of witnesses do not attempt to provide explanations for their experiences. Claims suggesting otherwise are simply untrue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\nThe “Why Would They?” Question in UAP Discussions Having spent nearly 40 years studying UFOs and UAPs as a scientist, I’ve often found myself frustrated by the irrational reasoning used by skeptics and debunkers alike. A recent viewing of an old clip of Muhammad Ali on The Johnny Carson Show brought this to mind. During…\n<\/div>\n
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