What is the epistemic crisis?
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The epistemic crisis, as described in this source, refers to the situation where there is a lack of trust in expertise, institutions, and the traditional media. It is the crisis where people are questioning the credibility of knowledge and information they receive. The author, Arnold Kling, argues that this crisis is caused by the lack of reliable sources, the lack of accountability in experts and institutions, and the polarization of viewpoints due to social and political division. This crisis results in confusion, misinformation, and a lack of consensus on important issues. | |||
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- What is the epistemic crisis?
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Answer from Wikle
The epistemic crisis, as described in this source, refers to the situation where there is a lack of trust in expertise, institutions, and the traditional media. It is the crisis where people are questioning the credibility of knowledge and information they receive. The author, Arnold Kling, argues that this crisis is caused by the lack of reliable sources, the lack of accountability in experts and institutions, and the polarization of viewpoints due to social and political division. This crisis results in confusion, misinformation, and a lack of consensus on important issues.