soyence

Soyence is the abuse of science (or pseudoscience) to push a political agenda. In soyence, data is cherry picked or even invented to prove a supposed point. Anything which contradicts it is ignored, or accused of being patriarchal etc. Unlike real science, it does not tolerate multiple viewpoints, or require proper peer review. Like real science, it does change, but only to support whatever political viewpoint is fashionable this week.

"Have a look at this article in the Guardian which says gravity is a social construct and discriminates against big people."
"Nah, mate, that's just soyence."

"It's really ageist not allowing ten year olds to drive trucks. Scientists say they have great communication skills and spatial awareness."
"That's soyence too."

"Fact check: Humans are just another type of animal, and chimps share 99% of our DNA. Therefore chimps should be given complete human rights."

"Fact checked by soyence more like."

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