We discuss the six-part article written by Anthony Brink on his website (link here).
The history of the Rethinking AIDS group is complex, involving numerous individuals and shifts in focus. It is essential to recognize the contributions of Eleni Papadopulos-Eleopulos and the Perth Group, who have consistently challenged the mainstream understanding of HIV/AIDS12.
Key points from the sources:
The Perth Group, led by Eleni Papadopulos-Eleopulos, has maintained that there is no proof of HIV's existence. They argue that the virus has never been isolated and purified according to established scientific standards.
In contrast, other prominent figures in the movement, such as Peter Duesberg, have claimed that HIV exists but is harmless. This difference in opinion regarding the existence of HIV has caused a major division within the AIDS dissident community.
The original Group for the Scientific Reappraisal of the HIV/AIDS Hypothesis, which included Papadopulos-Eleopulos and Duesberg, was formed in 1991 with the goal of a thorough re-evaluation of the HIV-AIDS hypothesis. However, a newsletter called Rethinking AIDS emerged, which promoted Duesberg's view and did not consult other members of the original group such as Papadopulos-Eleopulos.
Over time, the Rethinking AIDS group underwent several changes, including name changes and shifts in leadership, eventually leading to the formation of a new group in 2006 by David Crowe, who also promoted Duesberg's views.
David Crowe's leadership is contentious. He is described as having a "Duesbergian orthodoxy" and is accused of marginalizing the Perth Group and their scientific findings:
He rejected the Perth Group's request to present their research on his Rethinking AIDS website
He is accused of sabotaging a legal case by changing the defense strategy mid-trial, against the advice of the Perth group, to support the claim that HIV exists
He is described as dishonest, manipulative, and driven by personal and financial gain
He is criticized for his "infantile" actions and his attempts to control the AIDS dissident movement
The Perth Group formally dissociated from Crowe's Rethinking AIDS group in 2009, citing "irreconcilable scientific and ethical differences.”
Despite the Perth Group's dissociation, Crowe continues to represent his group as the main voice of AIDS dissent and downplays the importance of the missing virus issue.
The Perth Group contends that the existence of HIV is the central issue that must be addressed in order to make progress against the AIDS orthodoxy. They believe that focusing on secondary issues will not be effective, and this is the crux of the disagreement with Crowe.
Despite multiple opportunities for debate, Crowe has actively worked to prevent any productive dialogue between the Perth Group and Duesberg about the existence of HIV.
In conclusion, it is important to acknowledge the schism in the AIDS dissident movement and the vital contributions of the Perth Group.
This history emphasizes the importance of the work done by the author, Anthony Brink, whose dedication to documenting this conflict is commendable. His detailed record preserves the history of the AIDS dissident movement and will hopefully serve to help others understand the complexities and scientific questions involved.
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