Kuhn's theory, that science is heavily influenced by non-rational procedures, and that new theories are viewed as being more complex than those they usurp but do not stand any closer to the truth, is outlined. Included are implications of this theory and criticisms of it. (AJ)

Various critiques of the 20 most important ideas of science as presented in the book "Science Matters: Achieving Scientific Literacy" are reported. A list of these ideas is provided. Different points of view on these ideas are discussed. (CW)