Michael Crichton

Showing quotations 1 to 4 of 4 total Historically, the claim of consensus has been the first refuge of scoundrels; it is a way to avoid debate by claiming that the matter is already settled. Michael Crichton, Caltech Michelin Lecture, January 17, 2003The belief that there are other life forms in the universe is a matter of faith. There is not a single shred of evidence for any other life forms, and in forty years of searching, none has been discovered. There is absolutely no evidentiary reason to maintain this belief. Michael Crichton, Caltech Michelin Lecture, January 17, 2003Whenever you hear the consensus of scientists agrees on something or other, reach for your wallet, because you're being had. Michael Crichton, Caltech Michelin Lecture, January 17, 2003I am certain there is too much certainty in the world. Michael Crichton, State of Fear

- 3 Quotations in other collections
- Search for Michael Crichton at Amazon.com

Showing quotations 1 to 4 of 4 total Browse our complete list of 3150 authors by last name:

View the original article here