Saturday, February 21, 2009
Was Clarence Darrow a Creationist?
I thought this chapter was really interesting because it was step up like an advice giving guide. I was particularly fascinated by Rule #7, "Seeing shouldn't necessarily be believing." I always tend to follow the opposite. If I can see it, it is most likely true. I usually hear 5 to 10 different rumors a day from my mom, friends, boyfriend, basically anyone that I talk to. My go-to saying when hearing their stories is, "I won't believe it until I see it." But, this book has shown me that even seeing may not be believing. I find that so absurd. because as humans sight is something we have so much control over, and to be duped by our eyes seems so unnerving. I also really liked Rule #4, "Check Primary Sources." Being a college student, I am use to doing this type of thing on a daily basis, but most people don't bother to verify facts and check where they came from. When I was doing research on becoming a vegetarian, there were sights that told me how I couldn't live without dairy and meat, and living a healthy life on fruit, vegetables, soy, etc was impossible. When I dug further into these sites, I realized that most of them were sponsored by dairy farming associations and meat packing corporations. I wonder where they got their information? I totally agree with the rules of this book. It is always best to second guess, and even third guess if you have to.
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