Comment by _jal

Just to underline this, after years of plague, war and uncertainty, I think this is a great, positive thing, whatever happens.

I'm annoyed with someone I was talking to about this, who either can't or won't stop ranting about past high-profile failures.

Yes, we all know. Old folks like me remember the cold fusion scam first hand. Your knowing cynicism displays deep scientific wisdom. Happy?

Great, now let's watch the fucking show, this is neat, even if it doesn't work out.