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Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Politics, Trust, and the Consequences of Outsourced Knowledge

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between politics, science, and public trust, especially concerning medical information. It emphasizes the dangers of relying on authoritative figures for knowledge rather than engaging critically with scientific claims, particularly in the context of public health issues like vaccination.

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