Throughout history, scientists have found themselves the subject of scorn, slander, ridicule and even violence when their discoveries have failed to mesh with authoritative doctrine or public sentiments. It seems to be human nature to decide what we believe and then look for supporting evidence rather than the other way around. Once committed to a belief, we apparently cant deal with the cognitive dissonance caused by evidence to the contrary, so we discredit it. If we cant discredit the evidence we discredit those who would prove us wrong. Disagree with people and theyll dislike you.
Posted on: Sun, 03 Nov 2013 22:15:07 +0000
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