Quote by Paul R. Ehrlich

The National Academy of Sciences would be unable to give a unanimous decision if asked whether the sun would rise tomorrow.

The National Academy of Sciences would be unable to give a u

Summary

This quote suggests that even the most certain and universally accepted facts can sometimes be challenged or uncertain. It implies that consensus among experts, represented here by the National Academy of Sciences, can still have variations or disagreements, highlighting the unpredictable and complex nature of knowledge and the world. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly obvious truths may not always be as straightforward as they appear.

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Science

By Paul R. Ehrlich

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