Consensus Quote by David Douglass
“Indeed, scientific truth by consensus has had a uniformly bad history.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Scientific Review Quarterly, 2019
Consensus can distort truth, showing the need for independent inquiry.
In simple terms: Consensus often misleads science.
Key Takeaway
Question consensus, seek evidence.
Themes
skepticism
science
truth
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- research funding
- public health
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance consensus with dissent?
- What safeguards protect scientific integrity?
A Different Perspective
Consensus sometimes reflects robust evidence, not bias.
