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Following the publication of his document, Bridger engaged in email exchanges, where he reportedly became defensive about his work and its reception. Critics characterized his responses as immature and filled with personal attacks rather than substantive rebuttals to their critiques. Such exchanges further underline the challenges inherent in constructive dialogues about contentious topics like 9/11.
Bridger's responses also led to a discussion about his qualifications; his claims of authority in clearly explaining scientific observations were undermined by critics who noted his failure to readily disclose relevant credentials. Instead, Bridger's background is described as a retired magazine publisher, raising questions about his expertise in scientific discourse.