On 28 October 2008 Michael Sylvester wrote: >I have no objections to basic science and other investigations as >long as they do not involve taxpayers' money
Back to the future? >Some of that science stuff have more to do with petty >bourgeoisie needs of researchers and have no import >in helping to solve and manage the problems of human >society. It is an exercise in excessive cerebralization- >a penchant of the Eurocentric paradigm. Michael, can we have some examples of "science stuff" that speak to the "bourgeoisie needs" (whatever that means) of the researchers so that we can get some idea of the kind of thing you have in mind? Allen Esterson Former lecturer, Science Department Southwark College, London http://www.esterson.org --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
