Epistemocracy

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An epistemocracy is an utopian type of society and government in which people of rank, including those holding political office, are those who possess epistemic humility—such persons are termed epistemocrats.[1]

The French writer Michel de Montaigne was a modern epistemocrat.[1]

Unfortunately, it is difficult to assert authority on the basis of one's uncertainty. Since society demands knowledge, leaders who are assertive, even if they are incorrect, still gather people together.[1]

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