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RE: YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE: THIS IS AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

in Deep Dives • 4 years ago

It's important to maintain a clear distinction between what must be true (apodictic truth) and what is a plausible or actionable hypothesis.

HISTORICAL ACCOUNT =/= FACT

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     4 years ago  

    Yes, a "historical fact", which are by definition taken from people's writings, could be demonstrated as false or exaggerated.

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     4 years ago  

    Most of the time they're unfalsifiable claims.

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