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Criticism of my alleged views was widespread and highly successful. I have yet to meet a criticism of my views.

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Karl Popper
Age: 92 †
Born: 1902
Born: July 28
Died: 1994
Died: September 17
Philosopher
Philosopher Of Science
Sociologist
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Writer
Vienna
Austria
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