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“Science has everything to say about what is possible. Science has nothing to say about what is permissible.” quote by Charles Krauthammer
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“Science has everything to say about what is possible. Science has nothing to say about what is permissible.”

Charles Krauthammer

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Source Speech: Public Remarks, Charles Krauthammer, 2005

Science can describe what can be done, but cannot dictate what should be done.

In simple terms: Science tells us what can happen, not what we should do.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of scientific authority.

Themes

ethics science policy

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

analytical ethical

When to use this quote

  • lawmaking
  • medical decisions
  • technology adoption
  • environmental regulation

Key Concepts

philosophy normative theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What decisions require ethical judgment beyond data?
  • How do we balance possibility with permissibility?
A Different Perspective

Science alone cannot resolve moral dilemmas.

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