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I would say "as much as ever," but I agree with your basic premise (as a guy with a philosophy degree). I'm not sure philosophers are disappearing from the pub
by bmj 15y ago
I would say "as much as ever," but I agree with your basic premise (as a guy with a philosophy degree).
I'm not sure philosophers are disappearing from the public consciousness--rather, they are being replaced with pseudo-philosophers. I reckon Richard Rorty was the last philosopher/public intellectual.
- Jun8 15y agoI couldn't agree with your pseudo-philosopher observation. The public does have a need for consultation on these important questions and more and more that's being filled by such people.