In This Selection Rorty Attacks the Distinction Between Objectivity and Subjectivity

question 13

True/False

In this selection Rorty attacks the distinction between objectivity and subjectivity as well as the correspondence theory of truth. He sides with Thomas Kuhn in arguing that we can have no theory-independent notion of reality and proposes to erase the essential difference between science and the humanities and arts. Embracing the title of "the new fuzzies," Rorty proposes that a notion of social solidarity replace the enlightenment notion of objective truth.
-Rorty thinks that inquiry is destined to converge on the truth.

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Definitions:

Pacinian Corpuscles

Specialized nerve endings in the skin and visceral organs sensitive to pressure and vibration.

Meissner Corpuscles

Specialized nerve endings found in the skin that are responsible for sensitivity to light touch.

Ruffini End Organs

Sensory receptors in the skin and fascia that detect stretch and twists, contributing to the kinesthetic sense and control of finger position and movement.

Hair Follicle Receptors

Sensory nerve endings around the base of hair follicles that detect touch or movement on the skin's surface.