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“Generalization is a natural human mental process, and many generalizations are true—in average. What often does promote evil behavior is the lazy, nasty habit of believing that generalizations have anything at all to do with individuals.”

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Glory Season

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David Brin
David Brin

David Brin is an American scientist known for his contributions to physics and astronomy. His research spans various fields, including cosmology, astrophysics, and space exploration. Brin's work has had a significant impact in the academic community, and he is also a best-selling science fiction author, renowned for his insightful and imaginative novels. more

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