Brian Angliss,
I don’t think you are in any position to be accusing others of hypocrisy. Judith’s original comment seems quite consistent with the evidence. Do you honestly believe given the content of Peter Gleick’s review, his apparent fundamental misunderstanding of what the book is about and his clear errors of fact, that he actually read the book? Answer honestly. Judith would have have been perfectly justified to leave the original wording as is but changed it as an accommodation to Gleick. This is hardly unethical conduct and to compare it to Cook’s actions is a comment only on your own credibility and your apparent desire to find fault with Judith,
Now, lets look at at Gleick. He wrote: ““This book is a stunning compilation of lies, misrepresentations, and falsehoods about the fundamental science of climate change.” These are very strong charges. Gleick has been challenged numerous times to substantiate these serious allegations. Every time he has refused. And not a peep from Brian Angliss about Gleick’s irresponsible behavior here. Why not?