For new realism, the assumption that science is not systematically the ultimate measure of truth and reality does not mean that we should abandon the notions of reality, truth, or objectivity, as was posited by much of twentieth century philosophy. Rather, it means that philosophy, as well as jurisprudence, linguistics, or history, has something important and true to say about the world.
New realism asserts that science is not the ultimate judge of truth and reality; this does not mean we should dismiss concepts such as reality, truth, or objectivity, as some twentieth-century philosophers did. Rather, it suggests that philosophy, law, language, or history can offer valuable insights into the world.