Money Quote by Henry James
““He was allying himself to science, for what was science but the absence of prejudice backed by the presence of money? His life would be full of machinery, which was the antidote to superstition ...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Bostonians, 1886
Science can be driven by money and bias, turning it into a tool against superstition.
In simple terms: Science can be biased by money.
Key Takeaway
Beware of financial influence on research.
Themes
science
bias
money
skepticism
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- technology development
Key Concepts
funding sources
ethical research
intellectual independence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure research integrity?
- What safeguards exist against bias?
A Different Perspective
Funding may also enable breakthroughs.
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