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Complexity
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Benoit Mandelbrot
Mathematician of fractals, roughness, and hidden pattern.
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The Authority of Science in Defining Human Nature
The Authority of Science in Defining Human Nature
Should Education Focus on Citizenship More Than Workforce Preparation?
The purpose of education has long been contested, with different thinkers advocating varying priorities. In this debate, Jyotirao Phule, Neil Postman, and Linda Tuhiwai Smith examine whether education should focus…
Is Sovereignty a Barrier to Global Justice in Conflict Regions?
In an era where global conflicts challenge traditional notions of state sovereignty, the question arises: does the principle of sovereignty obstruct the path to global justice? This debate brings together…
Does Military Intervention Ever Truly Secure Lasting Peace?
The question of whether military intervention can ever truly secure lasting peace has long been a contentious issue. In this debate, Judah Magnes, a proponent of pacifism and dialogue, Jane…
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