• GreyEyedGhost@lemmy.ca
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    1 month ago

    Hence why it’s commonly said that one of the foundations for a working democracy is an educated populous.

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      1 month ago

      Don’t think education has much to do with it when emotion takes over. If I had a personal experience with it I’d be out for blood too and I’m well educated.

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        1 month ago

        Education doesn’t mean just imparting knowledge, but also tools for how to think, such as logic and critical thinking. This helps one avoid making or accepting policy decisions based on how they make you feel, but based on reality and actions that will help you achieve your goals.