Is logical positivism really dead? Where art metaphysics?

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Logical positivism, often considered defunct since the 1950s, continues to influence contemporary philosophy, particularly in the realm of analytic philosophy. The discussion highlights a prevailing avoidance of metaphysical topics, suggesting that the complexity of these subjects may deter philosophical inquiry. Additionally, the emergence of the philosophy of mind over the past fifty years has not bridged the gap to address fundamental metaphysical questions, which persist universally, regardless of the presence of conscious life.

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I keep hearing that logical positivism has been dead since the 1950s, yet it seems that most philosophy conducted nowadays STILL tends to avoid discussion of metaphysics altogether. Is the subject matter simply too difficult? The main new area in analytic philosophy over the last fifty years is the study of philosophy of mind. I don't think this leads us any closer to analyzing metaphysical questions; the same metaphysical questions exist everywhere else universe where there is no living life to be analyzed.
 
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