Quote by Paul Karl Feyerabend

First-world science is one science among many; by claiming to be more it ceases to be an instrument of research and turns into a (political) pressure group.

First-world science is one science among many; by claiming t

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This quote suggests that first-world science, or science practiced in developed countries, is just one form of science and should not be superior or dominant over other forms. The quote further argues that when first-world science claims to be more than just a discipline for research, it transforms into a political pressure group rather than an unbiased pursuit of knowledge. In other words, science should remain objective and independent from any external influences, including political interests, to fulfill its true purpose as a means of exploration and discovery.

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