The fact that

Nine times out of ten, the fact that is best replaced by the word that only.  The phrase the fact that is cumbersome, sometimes self-important and almost always gives the impression that the writer is still reaching for an idea rather than delivering one. 

Example

Philosophers agree on the fact that humans are social beings --etc; Philosophers agree that humans are social beings. (Well, some of you are).

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