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[–] sus@programming.dev 5 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (3 children)

well sure, epistemology says we can never be absolutely certain of almost anything. But the alternative to ideas is.. what exactly?

[–] big_fat_fluffy@leminal.space 2 points 1 month ago (2 children)

We can still observe and discuss methods for making observations.

[–] doomcanoe@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 month ago (1 children)

That's just like, your idea man

[–] big_fat_fluffy@leminal.space 1 points 1 month ago

Yeah but it isn't the key central focus of the deal anymore then. It's just a convenient accessory.