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In a recent note Ellis criticizes varying speed of light theories on the grounds of a number of foundational issues. His reflections provide us with an opportunity to clarify some fundamental matters pertaining to these theories.

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  1. Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, 31 Caroline St. N, Waterloo, N2L 2Y5, Canada

    João Magueijo & John W. Moffat

  2. Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics, 60 St George St., Toronto, M5S 3H8, Canada

    João Magueijo

  3. Theoretical Physics Group, Imperial College, Prince Consort Road, London, SW7 2BZ, UK

    João Magueijo

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Magueijo, J., Moffat, J.W. Comments on “Note on varying speed of light theories”. Gen Relativ Gravit 40, 1797–1806 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10714-007-0568-2

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