I do get what you are saying, and yes blind obedience to authorities in various circles isn’t healthy. But how does one moderate on such principles while maintaing free and open discussion?
How does one moderate on such principles while maintaing free and open discussion?
That’s a really, really good question. Any definite rules are tricky because there are always edge cases in human communication. Also, it shouldn’t be illegal to be wrong or stupid, so what can we do?
I think the only thing close to a real solution is good public education. There will always be stupid and dangerous ideas floating around. The best thing we can do is probably help people understand that evidence-based-policy works and magic doesn’t. (but I still think there should be moderation online to prevent blatant hate and violence.)
Ah fair enough.
I do get what you are saying, and yes blind obedience to authorities in various circles isn’t healthy. But how does one moderate on such principles while maintaing free and open discussion?
How does one moderate on such principles while maintaing free and open discussion?
That’s a really, really good question. Any definite rules are tricky because there are always edge cases in human communication. Also, it shouldn’t be illegal to be wrong or stupid, so what can we do?
I think the only thing close to a real solution is good public education. There will always be stupid and dangerous ideas floating around. The best thing we can do is probably help people understand that evidence-based-policy works and magic doesn’t. (but I still think there should be moderation online to prevent blatant hate and violence.)