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[–] davel@lemmy.ml 6 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

When statistics agree with my preconceived notions, I consider them trustworthy, and if not, I assume that reality lines up with what I expect.

I… thought you were being sarcastic. This is an obvious and severe flaw to have in one’s rational thinking.

prejudice (noun)
1. The act or state of holding unreasonable preconceived judgments or convictions.
2. An adverse judgment or opinion formed unfairly or without knowledge of the facts.

[–] wpb@lemmy.world 5 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

With much love and respect I ask you to please read the remainder of my comments in this thread.

[–] davel@lemmy.ml 4 points 18 hours ago

oic. Carry on, comrade.