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public-science-education
It highlights the role of science communication and education in empowering the public to engage with complex issues critically.
1 chapter across 1 book
Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark (1995)Carl Sagan
CHAPTER 25 Real Patriots Ask Questions
Chapter 25, titled 'Real Patriots Ask Questions,' emphasizes the importance of critical inquiry and skepticism as patriotic duties, highlighting the role of science and questioning in democratic societies. The chapter includes references to historical figures, scientific principles, and the necessity of intellectual courage to confront misinformation and dogma. It also underscores Carl Sagan's commitment to public science education and rational discourse as essential for societal progress.