Thomas Sowell on Education and Argumentation

„One of the painful signs of years of dumbed-down education is how many people are unable to make a coherent argument. They can vent their emotions, question other people's motives, make bold assertions, repeat slogans-- anything except reason.“

Thomas SowellThomas Sowell criticizes the education system that leaves many unable to argue reasonably.
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Thomas Sowell is an American economist and social philosopher known for his conservative views and economic writings.

A poignant comment on the importance of education and critical thinking.


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Thomas Sowell (born 1930) is an American economist, social theorist, and author. He is known for his extensive studies and critical views on economic and social issues, including politics, culture, and race relations.

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"It is amazing how many people think that they can answer an argument by attributing bad motives to those who disagree with them. Using this kind of reasoning, you can believe or not believe anything about anything, without having to bother to deal with facts or logic" Thomas Sowell
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"It is hardly necessary to point out that the inability of the masses to judge correctly deprives them of any capacity for critical thought—that is, the ability to distinguish truth from error and to form a sound judgment. The judgments adopted by the masses are merely imposed on them and are never the result of careful examination. Many individuals, in this respect, do not rise above the level of the crowd. The ease with which certain opinions become widely accepted is due above all to the inability of most people to form an opinion of their own on the basis of personal reasoning." Gustave Le Bon
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