On 30 April 2011 Mike Palij wrote:
As teachers, researchers, and psychologists, we need to focus on
the use of facts, valid modes of argumentation, and critical analysis
even if powerful forces in society avoid their use.
http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/29/dont-stop-believing/?nl=
Hi
Although some people, probably further down the food chain,
undoubtedly believe that Obama was not born in the USA, it appears
equally likely that many of the proponents of this view probably do not
believe it (i.e., think it is true). What they believe is that
promoting this false view will
See if we can explain this one: in a recent research it was pointed out that
taking vitamin supplements had no noticeable effect when compared to those
taking a placebo. So why do people take them?
Michael omnicentric Sylvester,PhD
Daytona Beach,Florida
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Jim Clark wrote:
Both liberals and conservatives are capable of such actions,
It's been a long time since I've subscribed to TIPS. But I kinda' missed
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Jim Clark's claim quoted above is what one would expect based on the ubiquity
of the
Jeffry Ricker wrote:
Both liberals and conservatives are capable of such actions,
And by the way, I realize that Jim was not referring to the selective use
of information underlying the confirmation bias. I quoted his claim simply
because it goes beyond attempts to propagandize; and, if truth
