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Question about rules

PsiGuy85

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Is it possible to submit an application and still remain publicly anonymous for safety reasons?
 
You should email that question to kramer.


ETA:

Are you the one applying? IF so, you have already provided your name and location during the signup process for this forum. While this forum has nothing to do with the JREF challenge, it is maintained ultimately by the JREF.

If you have signed up under false pretenses you may be subject to suspension until the correct information is provided.

Disclaimer: I am not a moderator or member of the JREF staff.
 
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Yes, i haven't applied under false pretenses, i intend to submit my name to the JREF, i just want to remain anonymous to the public.
 
PsiGuy85 said:
Yes, i haven't applied under false pretenses, i intend to submit my name to the JREF, i just want to remain anonymous to the public.
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In which case you would need to voice that concern to kramer before submitting your application. You can email him at CHALLENGE@randi.org
 
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Seems to me like the OP's question is adequately answered in the Challenge FAQ.

http://www.randi.org/research/faq.html#4.6
4.6. How much of my application is confidential?

Assume none of it is. If this bothers you, it is better that you do not apply.
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And...

...the JREF forum also contains a CHALLENGE APPLICATIONS section that describes in detail the claims received, the correspondences exchanged between the JREF and the applicant, and subsequent protocol negotiations and test results. So, if you choose to apply, you should fully expect to see your name, your claim, and your protocol proposal offered verbatim therein, and quite possibly a good portion of the email correspondence that pertains to your claim.
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Hmm. indeed. color me not surprised a potential applicant registered for the forum and asked about the application rules without reading any of them.
 
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Yes, i haven't applied under false pretenses, i intend to submit my name to the JREF, i just want to remain anonymous to the public.
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Remaining anonymous really depends on who you are and where you live.

Maybe you should post your name and address and I will let you know if it is possible.
 
Officially, I imagine they would not allow an applicant to remain anonymous. However, if you present your situation and explain your reasons, who knows.

My suggestion for an alternative: maybe only the applicant need be publicly known. If the applicant (a trusted friend of yours) can demonstrate that "this guy/gal I know" (you) has a paranormal ability, that may be enough. Being up-front with your plans and resons will likely yield the best result.
 
Im baffled as to what it would be your worried about that involves your safety?

If your applying to JREF an application that im guessing is going to test the laws of science, if you indeed succeed you'll be extremely well known.
 
petre said:
Officially, I imagine they would not allow an applicant to remain anonymous. However, if you present your situation and explain your reasons, who knows.

My suggestion for an alternative: maybe only the applicant need be publicly known. If the applicant (a trusted friend of yours) can demonstrate that "this guy/gal I know" (you) has a paranormal ability, that may be enough. Being up-front with your plans and resons will likely yield the best result.
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I believe the challenge rules state quite clearly that the JREF will not negotiate with a third party. If they don't, Kramer has done so repeatedly. Only the person who will be demonstrating the paranormal ability will be allowed to submit the claim and negotiate the test. As well, Kramer has stated quite clearly that all applicants will be identified publicly by their real name in the challenge applications section of the forums. This brings me to two points:

1) If you fear being ridiculed for your claim by your neighbours and peers, you might want to step back and think about why that is.

2) Winning one million dollars will promptly shut those mo-fos up. Also, it'll buy you some quality security.
 
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