[supercat]

I don’t know a thing as far as Edison and pacifism but as you say, many great men lack much in some areas.

Scientists are often not very good at spotting deception. Paranormal fakers can often fool scientists, but are readily caught by magicians.

[jazusamo]

Yes, I can see the logic in that, scientists deal in facts and not intuition.

[Gilbo_3]

we all have strengths and weaknesses...the ability to help one another is a fragile balance continually under assault by those who would do much evil...