The burden of proof lies with those making extraordinary claims from "summary" of The Demon-Haunted World by Carl Sagan
When we encounter extraordinary claims, the burden of proof should not fall on skeptics to disprove them. Instead, those making such claims must provide the evidence to support their assertions. This principle is essential in the pursuit of truth and the advancement of knowledge. In the absence of compelling evidence, we should maintain a healthy skepticism and refrain from accepting extraordinary claims at face value. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence. This is because such claims often go against established scientific understanding and may challenge the very fabric of our ...
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