Knowledge as aptness

Philosophical Studies 144 (1):121--125 (2009)
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I raise several objections to Sosa’s account of knowledge as aptness. I argue that aptness is neither necessary nor sufficient for knowledge. I also raise some objection to Sosa’s treatment of dreaming skepticism.

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