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Criticism Of Criticism Of Criticism
Scott Alexander analyzes EA's approach to criticism, arguing that specific, targeted critiques are more valuable than vague, paradigmatic ones for driving real change.
20 min read 3,034 words
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Highlights From The Comments On Kuhn
Scott Alexander presents highlights from reader comments on his review of Kuhn's 'The Structure of Scientific Revolutions', offering various perspectives and clarifications on Kuhn's ideas about scientific progress.
40 min read 6,125 words
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Book Review: The Structure Of Scientific Revolutions
Scott reviews Kuhn's 'Structure of Scientific Revolutions', finding its thesis on paradigm shifts in science intriguing but frustratingly vague, especially beyond physics.
38 min read 5,817 words