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What good is skepticism? What value is there in being skeptical?

April 26, 2017good skeptical skepticism value

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What good is skepticism? What value is there in being skeptical?

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Carl Sagan’s essay on the Baloney Detection Kit in The Demon-Haunted World says it best. I think skepticism is most valuable when seeking and evaluating information. Doubting claims that might prove harmful seems to be one good reason for being skeptical. Being willing to investigate claims rather than accept them on faith is a virtue. Requiring evidence and logical reasons is recommended.