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The alternatives before us are not factually limited science on one hand and uncontrolled speculation on the other.
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John Dewey
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gutenberg.orgJohn Dewey: “The alternatives before us are not factually limited science on one hand and uncontrolled speculation on the other.”
Editor's note · Context
Dewey emphasizes the need for a balanced approach between scientific reasoning and speculation in addressing societal issues.
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