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EVIDENCE
a configuration (a human made image) of reality used
and an "argument" in support of the reality of this
configuration. I use the word "evidence" only rarely, and then
with embarrassment. Samefacedly I am forced to admit that I am a
member, and speak the languages, of such societies as must not
yet be encouraged to waive the "argument" and to deal directly
with the configuration as the only reality worth dealing with.
Not yet: because "evidence," now, is reality against change, and
change, now, reality against "evidence." Shamefacedly: because,
as long as the word which I wish to define, defines me, I cannot
define it, without defining myself, whom I desire to be defined
quite differently. Worth dealing with: because, even then,
"truth" would not be. I wish I could use the word "evidence"
whenever I wish to speak of "desires" fulfilled, and the
consequences, as "arguments" for or against the desirability of
the fulfillment. (H. Brun)
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