“Nevertheless, (Jefferson) believed that the habit of skepticism is an essential prerequisite for responsible citizenship. He argued that the cost of education is trivial compared to the cost of ignorance, of leaving government to the wolves. He taught that the country is safe only when the people rule.”
Quote by Carl Sagan
Work
Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark
In this influential work, the author delves into the principles of scientific inquiry, advocating for rationality and evidence-based reasoning. The book explores various pseudosciences and the dangers of unverified claims, highlighting the importance of science as a beacon of truth in an increasingly skeptical world. more
Author
Carl Sagan
Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, born on November 9, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York. He is renowned for his profound research into the cosmos and his dedication to popularizing science. Sagan proposed numerous theories about the origin of the universe and life, and he made complex scientific knowledge accessible to the public with his unique perspective and clear, engaging writing style. more
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