5 July 2026 - simplifying assumption

Jay Scott : Daily Whale : archive : 2026 : 5 July 2026

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Cosmological Principle, Etc.

Any simplifying assumption that goes unchallenged for long enough becomes a dogma that can only be countered with overwhelming evidence.

clue:

William of Ockham would be disgusted at the abuse of his razor.

give me a clue so sweet and true

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