Quote by Thomas Flanagan

Ever since Comte first set the agenda of social science, his megalomania lingers on in sociology, political science, and other disciplines.

Ever since Comte first set the agenda of social science, his

Summary

This quote suggests that Auguste Comte, the founder of sociology, has left a lasting impact on the field, as well as other social sciences like political science. It implies that Comte's ego or excessive self-importance has permeated these disciplines, influencing how they are studied and researched. The quote implies a critical view that Comte's influence has been overpowering, possibly to the detriment of other perspectives or approaches that could have emerged in these disciplines.

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By Thomas Flanagan

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