Charlie StrossNov 8, 2024

This is not the first time this happened: look to the early 19th century "know-nothings" for a previous example.

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@cstross I think the "know nothing" title of that group was less about an anti-intellectual stance than denial of awareness of the group.

I agree with you as to the value of education and the impact of anti-intellectualism on the current mess.

Nov 8, 2024 at 10:54pmWeb