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of science, and how to critically interrogate what we think is true or what is said to be true by finding and analysing the evidence objectively. what I teach is, find the facts, eliminate from your mind what you "believe" to be true, and start from what you can "show" to be true.
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I came to see an experiment in democracy.Democracy requires faith in the goodwill and intelligence of the people, and it requires also an acceptance of a duty, a duty of intellectual engagement in the issues on which you express an opinion.
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Presented to Gareth Leng for his steadfast commitment to presenting the science POV without regard to pride or prejudice in an effort to advance the growth of unbiased knowledge for all. Thank you.
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