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“A basic principle of science—of liberal social life—is that we kill our hypotheses rather than each other .” quote by Jonathan Rauch
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““A basic principle of science—of liberal social life—is that we kill our hypotheses rather than each other .””

Jonathan Rauch

About This Quote

Source Book: The Happiness Curve by Jonathan Rauch, 2018

Science and liberal societies progress by discarding false ideas, not by attacking people.

In simple terms: Kill hypotheses, not people.

Key Takeaway

Focus on evidence over personal attacks.

Themes

science liberalism critical thinking

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • policy making
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

philosophy methodology social discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle conflicting evidence?
  • What strategies promote constructive criticism?
A Different Perspective

People may resist changing deeply held beliefs.

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