Bigs Quote by Dale Jamieson
“Sometimes I say philosophers should be at the table because they're the only people who know that they're not going to walk away with big money to support their research or to fund their crackpot solutions.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Philosophy and Public Policy, 2021
Philosophers should be included in decision‑making because they recognize the limits of profit‑driven research and can critique unrealistic solutions.
In simple terms: Philosophers bring critical perspective on profit‑focused research.
Include philosophers in policy discussions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government panels
- academic committees
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can philosophers and scientists collaborate effectively?
- What value does ethical critique add to research?
Philosophers may lack technical expertise.