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The Latin words homo sapiens translate as thinking person . If "thinking" means "sub-vocalize whatever flits across the mind", the term is accurate.
On the other hand... if "thinking" means "collect pertinent data, analyze that data, formulate theory"... lots of people never think... which does not prevent them from being loving parents, well-intentioned neighbors, effective employees, ... These people learn, from early childhood, to "do as others do". This strategy can produce a healthy, happy, and productive life without ever thinking ... There is no obligation for anyone to think. That's a good thing because...
Thinking is hard!
Thinking is so hard that the very smartest people do not leave it to chance. Airline pilots have check-lists because they know that they cannot count on their memories. Scientists have codified the scientific method, to keep their "thinking" on track.
If thinking is hard, then "thoughtful conversation' is hard, too. It includes;
- presenting previous "thought" (collect-analyze-formulate)
- explaining why that previous thought is correct - or incorrect
The Beacon is a place for thoughtful conversations .
Because thinking is difficult, we need rules. We need a check-list .
And all members - that is to say everyone who participates in a conversation on The Beacon - must adhere.
By posting to this seed, you are agreeing to abide by the Group's Rules .
US still has the worst, most expensive health care of any high-income country
Via: Bob Nelson • 68 Comments • last year
Drinker of the Wry last wrote: I feel that they are right. And congratulations to you and your daughters.
"Some of my friends are Republicans. Are you saying they're all fascists?"
By: Bob Nelson • 42 Comments • last year
bugsy last wrote: It has been said many, many times that whenever a democrat/liberal claims that a republican is doing something, usually with no proof, you can be...
Ron DeSantis Wants to Make Colleges More Conservative
Via: Bob Nelson • 64 Comments • last year
Ender last wrote: Sounds a lot like what they want. Just read this... "..."
Tucker Carlson Called Donald Trump "A Demonic Force"
Via: Bob Nelson • 3 Comments • last year
Split Personality last wrote: I wonder how long the courts are going to let them get away with " It's Fox Entertainment, let the buyer beware".
A lawsuit reveals how Fox News spreads propaganda and election fraud lies
Via: Bob Nelson • 7 Comments • last year
Ender last wrote: I pity you. I have tried before. Between her and Carlson, it is usually nothing but a hate fest. They hate this, they hate that. People are...
Op/Ed "The Republican Party is fascist" is a terrible thing to say... because it's true
By: Bob Nelson • 7 Comments • last year
George last wrote: [Agree or disagree...] [with evidence] [. Unsupported opinions will be deleted as "No Value".]
Wonking Out: Why Growth Can Be Green
Via: Bob Nelson • 6 Comments • last year
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The Right Don't Need No Education
Via: Bob Nelson • 75 Comments • last year
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Food Fight: Is the Republican Party fascist?
By: Bob Nelson • 99 Comments • last year
CB last wrote: I don't think the republican party is racist. I think the republican party is Conservative and thereby use conservatism as a standard to check the...
