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I especially think that our preconceived notions lead us to choose
I especially think that our preconceived notions lead us to choose the negative when we have a negative view of the bearer of any information. It tak...

Read and share (or be willfully ignorant like the frog in a pot of
Read and share (or be willfully ignorant like the frog in a pot of water)... “Our planet is running a fever,” says Hayhoe, “and I can think of s...

So, has everyone that is freaking out over Ebola gotten their flu
So, has everyone that is freaking out over Ebola gotten their flu vaccine yet? Consider this: 1. The flu is airborne. Everyone is talking about wheth...

Ever judge others who are on welfare and food stamps on their
Ever judge others who are on welfare and food stamps on their frivolous spending? Think again. The stereotype of the low-income people enrolled in go...

In lieu of stating the following Just used my boobs to get my
In lieu of stating the following Just used my boobs to get my friend out of a speeding ticket (like youd ever believe my boobs were distracting enough...

Great article on learning (from my perspective). If we cultivate
Great article on learning (from my perspective). If we cultivate self-awareness and critical thinking early in the educational process, then we have a...

4. If Anything, Global Warming is Probably Worse Than Scientists
4. If Anything, Global Warming is Probably Worse Than Scientists Say We asked Mann about a peer-reviewed paper published in 2012 in the journal Globa...