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Old 09-23-2011, 11:19 AM  
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Originally Posted by PR_Glen View Post
I think he is over quoted personally. He was recognized for his theories regarding physics and relativity not as a philosopher, despite his attempts.

But calling him an idiot is just foolish, if he is an idiot then we are fuckin' seaweed...
You're right, that was too strong. The theories are blatantly incorrect in many ways, and Einstein worship has kept science from moving forward in some ways. Emotionally abusive, yes, overhyped, yes, an undeserving icon, yes, but an idiot, no. I get torqued at overhyped people.
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