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If even in science there is no a way of judging a theory but by assessing the number, faith and vocal energy of its supporters, then this must be even more so in the social sciences: truth lies in power.
Imre Lakatos
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"If even in science there is no a way of judging a theory but by assessing the number, faith and vocal energy of its supporters, then this must be even more so in the social sciences: truth lies in power."
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If even in science there is no a way of judging a theory but by assessing the number, faith and vocal energy of its supporters, then this must be even more so in the social sciences: truth lies in power. — Imre Lakatos

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Imre Lakatos was a Philosopher from Hungary (1922–1974).

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Who said "If even in science there is no a way of judging a theory but by assessing the n…"?
This quote is attributed to Imre Lakatos, a Philosopher from Hungary.
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Imre Lakatos lived from 1922 – 1974.
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