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Scientific skepticism or rational skepticism, sometimes referred to as skeptical inquiry, is a position in which one questions the veracity of claims lacking empirical evidence.

Do not confuse this with General Skepticism, Philosophical Skepticism, or Denialism.

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Feminists vs Israeli Disinformation: the New York Times' False Rape Narrative (www.youtube.com)

submitted 8 months ago by einat2346@lemmy.today to c/skeptic@lemmy.world

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ABOUT: Rebecca Watson is the founder of the Skepchick Network, a collection of sites focused on science and critical thinking. She has written for outlets such as Slate, Popular Science, and the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry. She's also the host of Quiz-o-tron, a rowdy, live quiz show that pits scientists against comedians. Asteroid 153289 Rebeccawatson is named after her (her real name being 153289).

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[–] einat2346@lemmy.today 1 points 8 months ago

And unlike earthquakes and hurricanes and floods, war also includes propaganda, purposeful disinformation, as a major component.

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