Sunday, October 14, 2012

The Desert Island Test

Hard to believe that everything is a social construct, isn't it?

Here is a test: how would it be on a desert island? Would gold be as valuable to you? Would your marriage matter if your partner is not on the island? What would you do with your sexuality? Would your table manners and knowledge of medieval history matter? Would you be happy to be rescued not by the members of your preferred religion or race?

Friday, October 5, 2012

Universal truths: natural vs. social sciences

This is why people who are trained to juggle numbers should never be allowed to talk about society, culture or politics.