Science is given a privileged position in society. It is widely thought to be the ultimate arbiter of what constitutes true and false beliefs. Those who hold such a position claim that real-world problem-solving and technological advances are proof that science works. But there are objections. Yes, science can extend our lives with modern medicine, but it can also end them prematurely with nuclear bombs. Science and technology can make us wealthier, but they can’t fix inequality. In this age of widespread mistrust of authority, we may first need to answer a very basic question: Should we trust science?
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