Yes, I remember when these concerns were shouted down by HN. Of all the pejoratives HN used to describe the lab leak theory, 'flat-earth' seems to be my favorit

Yes, I remember when these concerns were shouted down by HN. Of all the pejoratives HN used to describe the lab leak theory, 'flat-earth' seems to be my favorite. Intellectual curiosity indeed. If the above comment is inflammatory, then perhaps moderators should look at the derisive behavior that is cultivated here. The poster's sarcasm and frustration is understandable.