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  • Epistemology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Political Science

Background:

  • Introduces 'evidential incognizance,' a failure to recognize evidence or its significance.
  • This vice often leads to extreme skepticism, impacting belief formation and trust in expertise.
  • It is particularly relevant in contemporary information environments and political discourse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define and explore the nature of evidential incognizance.
  • To differentiate it from other epistemic shortcomings.
  • To examine its political implications and potential remedies.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of epistemic vices.
  • Exploration of cognitive and psychological factors.
  • Discussion of political and social influences.

Main Results:

  • Evidential incognizance obstructs knowledge and justified belief by causing individuals to miss epistemic opportunities.
  • It is often a reaction to specific information environments and can be intentionally induced.
  • Understanding this vice is crucial for addressing widespread skepticism and misinformation.

Conclusions:

  • Evidential incognizance is a significant epistemic vice with political dimensions.
  • It impedes knowledge acquisition and rational belief formation.
  • Strategies to overcome this vice are essential for informed public discourse and individual learning.