Some conjectures from Rich Reynolds on the breadth of ufological discourse. Rich here conjures up an “amped up” Flatlands scenario behind UFO sightings and perhaps even meaning. Speaking of “meaning,” Rich bemoans the “I’m not saying it’s aliens, but…” as the primary of UFO Subtexts around which things like abductions, crop circles, and other explanations—well, circle. In The Medium IS the Message! Rich argues the packaging of UFO information has become more important for the thoughtless consumption of the present than what’s actually contained. And what’s contained within an anomalous encounter witness may be very important. Those Incomplete Investigations of UFO Incidents (Sightings, Encounters, Photos, Etc.), absent such data, may obscure an actual cause. And, written in the late throes of last month’s “Balloongate,” Rich remarks how government alphabet-UFO-interested-agencies are manipulating media and consumers like Mice in a Maze. And if they’re watching YOU, say “Cheese”! (WM)
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