Benjamin McMyler

Benjamin McMyler is a philosopher known for his work on the concept of testimony, which is how we acquire knowledge from what others tell us. He argues that testimony is a crucial way to gain information and understanding, similar to direct experience. McMyler explores the nature of trust in communication and how the reliability of the source affects the knowledge we gain. His work emphasizes that sharing information involves a social responsibility and that understanding testimony can enrich our grasp of knowledge and belief in various contexts.