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“Today science prevails not because of its comparative merits, but because the show has been rigged in its favour... It reigns supreme because some past successes have led to institutional measures (education; role of experts; role of power groups such as the AMA) that prevent a comeback of the rivals.”

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Paul Feyerabend

Paul Feyerabend was a prominent philosopher known for his significant contributions to the philosophy of science. His ideas have had a profound impact on methodology and epistemology in science. more

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Source: Conquest of Abundance: A Tale of Abstraction Versus the Richness of Being

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Book:Conquest of Abundance: A Tale of Abstraction Versus the Richness of Being

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