Mystery-mongering, prejudice, and the search for truth: Replies to some reservations about the worth of science

Science has taken the place of religion in the society and misconceiving science as an expression of specifically European 'epistemic practices', some criticize its imposition on non-western cultures as a disrespectful colonialism. Unwarranted scientific claims about the races cannot excus...

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Published in:	Free Inquiry 2005, Vol.25 (4), p.44
Main Author:	Haack, Susan
Format:	Newsletterarticle
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Colonialism Dawkins, Richard Einstein, Albert (1879-1955) Forecasts and trends Influence Market trend/market analysis Public opinion Science Scientific development Spirituality Unexplained phenomena
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Summary:	Science has taken the place of religion in the society and misconceiving science as an expression of specifically European 'epistemic practices', some criticize its imposition on non-western cultures as a disrespectful colonialism. Unwarranted scientific claims about the races cannot excuse mistreating people.
ISSN:	0272-0701