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In reply to the discussion: We live in a society exquisitely dependent ... [View all]ElboRuum
(4,717 posts)33. Science does not require faith.
Nor is it for weighing in on policy, nor uncovering conspiracies. I'm sorry to disappoint you but science is not a political tool and it shouldn't be used as such nor considered such. It is this misapprehension of what science is and isn't capable of or what it is for which actually speaks to the degree of ignorance in this country. The political realities of our world must be dealt with in the political sphere.
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Americans certainly don't have to know everything about science and technology but when...
BlueJazz
Sep 2013
#12
One of the best critiques of the average American's mentality I've read. Thanks!
Surya Gayatri
Sep 2013
#27
I think that's a terribly naive point of view that mirrors the excuses, and reasons, for slavery.
jtuck004
Sep 2013
#14
No, and the logical end isn''t to pose an outlandish and impossible answer, either.
jtuck004
Sep 2013
#35