In an atmosphere when anyone can close down the conversation by saying "I feel uncomfortable”, rational discussion becomes impossible. The empirical method, the basis of Enlightenment civilization, no longer applies. (Daniel Hannan)

In an atmosphere when anyone can close down the conversation by saying "I feel uncomfortable”, rational discussion becomes impossible. The empirical method, the basis of Enlightenment civilization, no longer applies.

Daniel Hannan

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