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I think that being ignorant of current events in the world around you is irresponsible and selfish. It undermines democracy and prevents you from addressing pro
by randomsearch 9y ago
I think that being ignorant of current events in the world around you is irresponsible and selfish. It undermines democracy and prevents you from addressing problems in society where you could make a difference.
A better suggestion is to focus on higher quality news sources: I'd recommend Reuters (try the iOS app) and the Economist, and Channel 4 News in the UK.
- ekianjo 9y ago> It undermines democracy and prevents you from addressing problems in society where you could make a difference. There are plenty of people undermining democracy while being well aware of what's happening around them. Moot point.
- randomsearch 9y agoBecause another person is doing something bad does not allow you to absolve yourself of social responsibility.
- ekianjo 9y agoMy point is having access of information is not a useful variable to define enlightment.