What sets science and the law apart from religion is that nothing is expected to be taken on faith. We're encouraged to ask whether the evidence actually supports what we're being told - or what we grew up believing - and we're allowed to ask whether we're hearing all the evidence or just some small prejudicial part of it. If our beliefs aren't supported by the evidence, then we're encouraged to alter our beliefs.

Summary

This quote highlights the key difference between science, the law, and religion. In science and the law, blind faith is not expected or encouraged. Instead, we are urged to question and scrutinize the evidence presented to us, whether it aligns with our prior beliefs or not. We have the freedom to challenge what we are told, ensuring that we have access to all the relevant evidence and not just a biased perspective. If the evidence contradicts our beliefs, we are encouraged to modify our beliefs accordingly. This emphasizes the importance of rationality and evidence-based thinking in science and the law.

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