Bother Quote by Steven Weinberg
“In trying to get votes for the Superconducting Super Collider, I was very much involved in lobbying members of Congress, testifying to them, bothering them, and I never heard any of them talk about postmodernism or social constructivism. You have to be very learned to be that wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional testimony on the Superconducting Super Collider, 1990s
Advocacy for scientific projects requires practical persuasion, not abstract theory.
In simple terms: Science funding needs concrete lobbying, not philosophical debate.
Key Takeaway
Focus on tangible arguments when seeking support.
Themes
science policy
advocacy
communication
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- grant proposals
- policy briefings
- legislative hearings
Key Concepts
political lobbying
public persuasion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can scientists translate complex ideas into relatable messages?
- What role should philosophy play in policy discussions?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on technical expertise can alienate policymakers.
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