Emotions should not overshadow facts and evidence in public discourse from "summary" of The Assault on Reason by Al Gore
In the realm of public discourse, the prevalence of emotions as the driving force behind arguments and discussions has increasingly taken precedence over facts and evidence. This shift has had profound implications for the quality of our conversations and decision-making processes. When emotions overshadow facts and evidence, rationality is often pushed aside in favor of sensationalism and manipulation. This poses a significant threat to the foundations of a healthy democratic society, where informed debate and critical thinking are essential for progress and prosperity. By allowing emotions to dominate our public discourse, we risk making decisions based on fear, anger, or prejudice rather than on logical reasoning and empirical evidence. This can lead to policies that are not grounded in reality, but rather in the fleeting emotions of the moment. Furthermore, the ascendancy of emotions i...
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