For those of you who are new to skepticism or are just in need of a handy reference, I’m introducing a regular Skeptical Brief. This new segment covers bullet points for basic skeptical topics. Today’s topic: What is Skepticism?
Skepticism Is:
*investigating claims using multiple verifiable credible sources of information on any topic.
*the philosophical position that one should suspend judgment in investigations.
*Confirm assertions with data from multiple credible sources.
A credible source is:
*Multiple investigative journalistic or scientific facts which can be independently verified.
Skeptical Breifs #2 « Fledgeling Skeptic said,
July 7, 2010 at 7:33 am
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