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No it's not. Something like "Stupid academics and their ivory tower global warming theories" is anti-intellectual. The grandparent just values intuition above
by j_baker 15y ago
No it's not. Something like "Stupid academics and their ivory tower global warming theories" is anti-intellectual. The grandparent just values intuition above hard data. I don't necessarily agree, but don't go calling the grandparent anti-intellectual and rant about humanity's lack of "rationality" just because you disagree with them.
- Luc 15y ago> No it's not. Well, yes it is, by definition. Paraphrased from Wikipedia: Anti-intellectualism is a mistrust of intellect, and the derision of science as impractical. Gut feelings are emotional reactions, generally regarded as not modulated by conscious thought, and as a reflection of intuition rather than rationality. That seems pretty clear to me, so I will gladly call this advice to follow the gut anti-intellectual. Furthermore, I think it's to be actively opposed in the public sphere. Politics in general is all about the gut feeling, and favouring non-rational solutions to complex issues is simply dangerous, especially far-reaching ones like this one. If that is 'ranting' to you, then so be it. Lastly, I am not disagreeing with his opinions (I agree with several of them, though that's not relevant), I am disagreeing with the 'go with gut feeling' stance. Just in case you were not trolling...