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I agree with Dave. Many people on HN don't even try to apply critical thinking and judge facts as they are. They prefer to go with conspiracy theories or versio

by micampe 13y ago

I agree with Dave. Many people on HN don't even try to apply critical thinking and judge facts as they are. They prefer to go with conspiracy theories or versions of stories that fits their existing ideas or make their favorite team look good, without considering any other possible explanation.

pjscott 13y ago
That criticism applies to most people, everywhere. Shockingly lazy thinking and blind tribalism are the rule, not the exception. Just look at any popular discussion forum, or most news stories involving politics or famous people, or almost anyone who is angry.