Are There Political Truths?

The article focuses on whether objective political truths can exist in light of the deeply subjective and context-dependent nature of policies like immigration limits and tax rates. Topics include the complexities of defining policy "truths" in democratic societies, the experimental nature of politi...

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Publicado en:Skeptic Vol. 30; no. 2; pp. 18 - 26
Autor principal: SHERMER, MICHAEL
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Skeptics Society 2025
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