No truer words have been said. Would that a similar humility reign in our public discourse in general. While it may seem that a particular theory is supported by the facts, it is so only until a better (more explanatory) one comes along. At least, that is how it should work. Unfortunately pride and access to grants get into the mix, and while another explanation may be significantly more cogent, it is set aside for the better finances and a more popular one. Drop generations on this and you’ve got doctrinaire “truth”. It takes a lot to foment humility in this reality, but it certainly should be a goal. Bravo to those that see the truth in measured judgment. Yes there is “truth” to be found. It takes humility to see there may be a more cogent explanation around the bend.
No truer words have been said. Would that a similar humility reign in our public discourse in general. While it may seem that a particular theory is supported by the facts, it is so only until a better (more explanatory) one comes along. At least, that is how it should work. Unfortunately pride and access to grants get into the mix, and while another explanation may be significantly more cogent, it is set aside for the better finances and a more popular one. Drop generations on this and you’ve got doctrinaire “truth”. It takes a lot to foment humility in this reality, but it certainly should be a goal. Bravo to those that see the truth in measured judgment. Yes there is “truth” to be found. It takes humility to see there may be a more cogent explanation around the bend.