On: How Much Science Is Fake?

[cjonas]

If you're not an expert in something, you should probably listen to those who are...

The general public does not have the time to study climate models and review raw data on vaccine efficacy.

Without overall "trust in science" (or perhaps "trust in the scientific community") we lose the ability to form data driven policy.

The exception being when there is monetary value to be gained by fooling the public. IOW, be skeptical of studies funded by special interest, but

"Do not be so open-minded that your brains fall out."

[Dalewyn → cjonas]

Just because I listen doesn't mean I'm going to become.

I like making my own opinions, because that's how I become informed. If I'm just taking in what others say, I'm just an NPC acting along their programming.