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“The world of rumor and gossip is like a privileged world with which a social scientist or an anthropologist can take the temperature of popular aspirations.”

Quote by James C. Scott

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James C. Scott is a renowned political scientist, born on December 2, 1936. His research focuses on political power, social theory, and historical analysis, particularly known for his work on peasants, marginalized groups, and informal economies. more

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