Dubious Quote by Philip Kitcher

“I'm very suspicious of the idea of a "final theory" in natural science, and the thought of a complete system of ethical rules seems even more dubious.” quote by Philip Kitcher — Download Open image

“I'm very suspicious of the idea of a "final theory" in natural science, and the thought of a complete system of ethical rules seems even more dubious.”

Philip Kitcher

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