> The argument "it might be useful in the future" can justify research in any theory whatsoever, no matter how esoteric. It's like defending an outlandish consp

> The argument "it might be useful in the future" can justify research in any theory whatsoever, no matter how esoteric. It's like defending an outlandish conspiracy theory by pointing out that it is possible that it is true. Have you read Against Method? It goes even further. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Against_Method https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Against_Method