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Quote by Richard Dawkins
I am one of those scientists who feels that it is no longer enough

I am one of those scientists who feels that it is no longer enough just to get on and do science. We have to devote a significant proportion of our time and resources to defending it from deliberate attack from organised ignorance. – Richard Dawkins

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When I say that human beings are just gene machines, one shouldnt put too much emphasis on the word just. There is a very great deal of complication, and indeed beauty in being a gene machine. – Richard Dawkins

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Isnt it sad to go to your grave without ever wondering why you were born? Who, with such a thought, would not spring from bed, eager to resume discovering the world and rejoicing to be part of it? – Richard Dawkins

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I suppose if you look back to your early childhood you accept everything people tell you, and that includes a heavy dose of irrationality – youre told about tooth fairies and Father Christmas and things. – Richard Dawkins

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