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The scientific world is to be less threatening than was feared. It is to be made safe for human beings. And the way to make it safe is to reflect on the foundation of knowledge.

— Simon Blackburn Think (1999)

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Since there is no telling in advance where it may lead, reflection can be seen as dangerous.

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