How well do you think you know the facts

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Discussion Post: Philosophy

Consider one of the following current social issues - or one of your choices:

1. Gun violence
2. Racism
3. Economic inequality
4. Sexism
5. Violent crime
6. Immigration

For the initial post, address the following:

A. State your position on one of these issues - are you for, against, or neutral? Explain why. Avoid vagueness or ambiguity in your response. Make your position very clear.

B. Examine how you have formed that opinion.

a. How well do you think you know the facts?

b. Do you know and understand statistical information that applies to the issue?

c. Do you think you have formed your opinion using only System-1 thinking, or have you applied System-2?

d. What part have heuristics, cognitive bias, and dominance structuring played in how you have formed your opinions?

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