The society we live in doesn't reward ethical behavior or critical thinking skills. It abhors creativity and free thought. The loudest "free speech" evangelists are quick to cozy up to fascists. The "right to bear arms" folks form militias to enact tyranny on defenseless people. It demonizes anyone that doesn't fit the mold and accuses them of heinous acts, often without any evidence.
And some people think I'm supposed to give half a shit about being perceived as "one of the good ones".
@soatok First of all: You ARE one of the good ones.
I think in general pattern is mostly that "loud" people tend to be asshats. The quiet ones are the ones that actually think, consider their options and opinions, question themselves, and don't force their opinion down other beings' throats.
Critical thinkers often reject their parents' and community leaders' religious and political views.
The people in charge would never accept that. So even though countless individual educators have their hearts in the right place, most schools are structured to stifle critical thinking. Especially in America.
Jernej Simončič �
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