The Texas Sharpshooter
Definition: Cherry-picking data or statistics (finding a pattern) to suit an argument or a presumption.
Example: John picks and chooses divorce statistics (from one or two sources) to suit his presumption that woman is the sole problem …
In the Ted Talk, “Paradox Of Choice”, Barry Schwartz speaks about how even though freedom is a want, having an overwhelming option of choice can limit our freedom. The premise is that choice can often be paralyzing, leading to dissatisfaction. …
The article I chose is “Anxiety and Decision Making” by Roseanne Henry, M.A from AFF Recovery Workshop, August 1995. The article, talks about the effects of the love bombing stage by the other members of a cult to make …
The articles I chose concern the use of AI and its potential interference in the voting booths. The Washington Examiner, written by Christopher Hutton (right), talks about how major companies like Google, X, Microsoft, TikTok, etc. will interfere with the …
Beyonce’s 2016 song “Formation” represents black culture and woman empowerment in the lyrics and the music video directed by Melina Matsoukas. In the article written by Alexis Okeowo, it is said that Matsoukas was inspired by the work …
Critical Thinking is a powerful skill that allows us to evaluate the society we live in and question our personal beliefs. It is a practice that allows us to analyze the thinking of others, widening our perspectives to how another …
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