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“Science is fundamentally a moral enterprise, following the moral imperative to seek the truth.” quote by George Lakoff
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“Science is fundamentally a moral enterprise, following the moral imperative to seek the truth.”

George Lakoff

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Source Speech: Cognitive science lecture, 2010

Science is a moral duty to pursue truth, framing research as an ethical responsibility.

In simple terms: Science must ethically seek truth.

Key Takeaway

Treat scientific work as a moral commitment.

Themes

ethics science truth responsibility

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • Research funding decisions
  • academic curricula
  • public debates

Key Concepts

philosophy of science moral epistemology public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does moral duty shape scientific priorities?
  • What conflicts arise between truth‑seeking and funding?
A Different Perspective

Balancing moral imperatives with practical constraints is tough.

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