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genxlib
(5,518 posts)Is a perfect embodiment of what the internet has done to us.
In the early days, it was touted being a great equalizer that was going to democratize information in a way to engage the masses into society.
Instead it has created a world full of pseudo-experts who think they know everything because they saw it on the internet.
Social media has only made it worse because now it is pushed directly into their streams.
triron
(21,984 posts)or Evil (and many shades in between).
Brilliant men and women have great insights beyond their specialties.
Yavin4
(35,421 posts)Reagan, in many ways, was very similar to Trump. Almost point for point. For example, Reagan completely ignored the HIV crisis unfolding in America. Google Larry Speaks laughing at a press conference about the virus.
Before the internet, we relied heavily on myths and gut instincts. This allowed the bullshit to flow. Yes, there's a lot of bad information out there on the internet, but there's a ton of really great information as well. The truly unbiased person looks at the source and checks the data supporting any claim.
Another Jackalope
(112 posts)It aint what you dont know that gets you into trouble. Its what you know for sure that just aint so.
Dem2
(8,166 posts)Newest Reality
(12,712 posts)I would distinguish mere information as white noise without the knowledge about how to integrate and process it.
The data is all content and meaningless or easily misinterpreted and can even be overwhelming. Too much information without the knowledge of processes and knowing how to think is more of a propaganda tool than anything else for those who don't possesses the skills and knowledge needed to discern truth from falsehoods.
We are really in danger when it comes to that. Context is important.
Doreen
(11,686 posts)Making educated decisions has nothing to do with having a masters or PhD. It has to do with not self educating on all subjects you discuss. Or vote on.
yonder
(9,657 posts)Miguelito Loveless
(4,454 posts)"It ain't what you don't know that gets you into trouble. It's what you do know, that ain't so."