Category: I boast
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Scientism and Scientific Knowledge: A Critique
Victor Porton criticizes scientism and distinguishes scientific methods from institutional academic authority.
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What I Realized at Age Five About Greed
Victor Porton recalls a childhood insight about greed and the future of humanity.
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Kneeling Before a Screen: A Religious Reflection
A personal reflection on kneeling, technology, and religious symbolism.
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A Personal Essay on Spying and Identity
Victor Porton describes an unusual personal narrative connecting religion, observation, and identity.
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An Old Russian Orthodox Prophecy: Personal Interpretation
Victor Porton recalls a Russian Orthodox prophecy and discusses how he believes it relates to his life.
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Victor Porton’s Personal and Religious Story
A first-person account by Victor Porton about his life, beliefs, religious experiences, and intellectual work.
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The $50 Trillion Claim: A Personal Economic Argument
Victor Porton presents his argument concerning an alleged economic loss and its relationship to scientific research.
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Can Scientific Ethics Obstruct Scientific Progress?
Victor Porton critiques academic research norms and asks whether certain ethical practices may obstruct discovery.
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Who Was the Smartest Person? A Deleted Quora Answer
Victor Porton republishes a deleted response to a question about intelligence and historical achievements.
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A Controversial Polemic About the UN Secretary-General
A strongly worded personal polemic by Victor Porton concerning the UN Secretary-General.