It’s somewhat complicated. “Scientist” can have a very specific definition where only “hard science” (Physics, Chemistry, etc.) qualifies. Personally, I think that definition is too narrow, is usually used to disparage fields where it’s impossible to apply strict experimental techniques, and often privileges areas of study that just happen to be male-dominated.

How do you even run an experiment in history? Since you basically can’t, is that a reason to invalidate everything the field does? The way a lot of people talk, it almost seems like it, but it’s completely absurd.