Background to this post A clever American reporter asked Greta Thunberg, “Why should we believe all this stuff that science is telling us?” There was a pause. The poor kid was gob-smacked. It was the first time I have ever seen her with no answer. Her response? “Well…it’s…it’s science!” As if that meant something. But…
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Use and Abuse of Fake News
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I’ve said it before, usually in regard to politics. “Beware he who uses dubious methods to grant your wishes.” His next target might be closer to home. And the other side of the coin, “Just because you’re paranoid, doesn’t mean someone isn’t out to get you.” Take Donald Trump, for example. Is everybody…
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The Failure of Experts
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There are two problems with information today which combine to cause a great deal of confusion. Too much information available on the Internet and other media, including lies, damn lies, fake news and alternative facts. It really is hard to make up your mind on anything. There are always plenty of experts ready and willing…