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Epistemology

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Intro to Political Science

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Epistemology is the branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge. In the context of political science, particularly within discussions on contemporary ideologies to the left, it examines how our understanding and theories of knowledge influence political beliefs and systems.

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