The article explores the tension between skepticism towards science and the philosophical debate on realism versus anti-realism. Peter Vickers emphasizes that there is a significant consensus within the philosophy of science community regarding established scientific facts, such as climate change and the existence of viruses. While debates persist about the nature of scientific truth, Vickers argues that these well-accepted facts showcase a collective pro-science stance among philosophers. This consensus highlights the need to affirm the reliability of science against skepticism and the belief that science does indeed approach truth in many areas.
The debate between realists and anti-realists often focuses on the belief in scientific claims as true or not, yet there's consensus on certain established facts.
All philosophers of science largely agree on some established scientific facts, like climate change and the existence of viruses, exemplifying a pro-science consensus.
Despite differing views on some matters, many in the philosophy of science find agreement in the truth of well-established scientific facts.
Critics argue there's no certainty in science, claiming that everything is just a theory. However, certain scientific facts stand widely accepted as truth.
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