Susan JacobyThis mindless tolerance, which places observable scientific facts, subject to proof, on the same level as unprovable supernatural fantasy, has played a major role in the resurgence of both anti-intellectualism and anti-rationalism.
About This Quote
This quote is referring to the increasing tendency to treat both science and religion with equal levels of respect. The author of this quote, David Berlinski, is implying that this increasing tolerance will cause society to regress into an era where superstition and pseudoscience will replace reality.
Source: The Age Of American Unreason
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