Quote by John Charles Polanyi

Better to die in the pursuit of civilized values, we believed, than in a flight underground. We were offering a value system couched in the language of science.

Better to die in the pursuit of civilized values, we believe

Summary

This quote suggests that it is preferable to die while striving for civilized values rather than hiding and living in fear. The speaker or writers believed in promoting a value system grounded in scientific principles. They may have been advocating for the importance of upholding civilized values and using scientific language to support and communicate those values. This quote highlights the belief that embracing a civilized and rational approach to life is worth fighting for, even if it means facing the possibility of death.

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Science

By John Charles Polanyi

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