Philosophy
Epistemic Injustice: Testimonial and Hermeneutical Frameworks
Quick fact
The term 'epistemic injustice' was coined by philosopher Miranda Fricker in her 2007 book, and it describes a distinct kind of harm that is done to someone specifically in their role as a knower—a harm that has been overlooked by traditional epistemology.
Why this is interesting
Why do we instinctively trust some people over others, even when they have similar credentials? And what happens when you lack the words to describe a harm you've experienced?