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positivism

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A quick definition of positivism:

Positivism is the idea that we can only know things for sure if we can see them or measure them. We can't just guess or use our imagination. This applies to knowledge about the world and also to knowledge about the law. Positivists believe that the law comes from specific sources, like the government or a written document, and we can only follow those sources. We can't just make up our own rules.

A more thorough explanation:

Positivism is the belief that true knowledge comes from observing things, rather than just thinking about them. This applies to legal systems as well.

For example, legal positivism would say that a law is only valid if it comes from a specific source, like a government or a court. It wouldn't matter if the law seems fair or not, as long as it follows the proper process.

Another example is logical positivism, which says that only statements that can be proven true or false through observation are meaningful. This means that things like ethics or religion are not considered valid knowledge.

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shaquilleoatmeal
17:51
@jackfrost11770: oo interesting - I first went complete 10/25 and now the sub 11/5
shaquilleoatmeal
17:51
wonder if they'll ask for me for more info but can't think of what it would be
17:54
berk…..
shaquilleoatmeal
17:58
what about berk
18:01
i need wave
shaquilleoatmeal
18:04
call them and demand one
@shaquilleoatmeal: did you get double app complete on sub status or just one
letsseehowitgoesnow
18:11
shaq i got that for BU
shaquilleoatmeal
18:13
@Eminatorcookieeater: just one
shaquilleoatmeal
18:14
@letsseehowitgoesnow: lfg!
shaquilleoatmeal
18:14
@Eminatorcookieeater: did you get one or double??
Just one sadly
letsseehowitgoesnow
18:15
I doubt it means anything. I applied like 2 weeks ago lol
letsseehowitgoesnow
18:16
Actually nvm. I don’t have that lol
shaquilleoatmeal
18:17
@Eminatorcookieeater: I think it's still a good sign, seems like we're one stage away from a decision rolling out which is a good thing, whether an A, R, or WL lol
shaquilleoatmeal
18:17
all obviously based on that reddit post which might not be accurate
Exactly at least something is happening haha
shaquilleoatmeal
18:19
lfg just got a vandy interview
Dkk
18:26
Nice, I should get that app in.
Dkk
18:26
Good motivation.
shaquilleoatmeal
18:28
@Dkk: get that app in man, c'mon
[] baddestbunny
18:29
1.5 hours bitches
[] baddestbunny
18:32
but who’s counting?
it’s happennninnnnggg
Dkk
18:37
I will do better! @Shaq
shaquilleoatmeal
18:41
atta boy dk
[] baddestbunny
18:42
I think our opponent’s dad is mad at me
good feed off his malding
JumpySubsequentDolphin
18:52
gulc should send invites so i can take my mind off the election
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