#STRask How Should I Respond to the Phrase “Just Follow the Science”?
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Mar 31, 2025 The discussion dives into the phrase 'just follow the science' and its nuances in scientific debate. It highlights how science is not a fixed truth but an evolving inquiry. The politics surrounding scientific dissent and authority manipulation are examined, emphasizing the need for open dialogue. The complexities of abiogenesis and Darwinian evolution raise questions about the origins of life. Lastly, the conversation explores life and consciousness, challenging reductionist views and pondering the nature of the soul.
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Clarify "Science"
- When someone says "follow the science," ask what they mean by "science."
- This helps distinguish between scientific methodology and a materialistic worldview.
Science is Specific, Not Absolute
- Science is specific through observations and measurements of the material realm but not absolute.
- Scientific claims are preliminary and open to revision with new information, leading to paradigm shifts.
Following Conventional Wisdom
- "Follow the science" often means "follow the conventional wisdom of those allowed to speak."
- Silencing alternate views and labeling them as "disinformation" is a red flag of ideological manipulation.