“Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Book III, relates that Echo offended the goddess Hera by keeping her in conversation.” That description always seemed so poignant. Echo’s endless chatter prevented Hera from seeing the truth. The first echo chamber was a self-confirming prattle so appealing it was impossible challenge or interrupt.  Today, confirmation bias is even easier to become enraptured with. The introduction of new evidence should be an exciting endeavor. It furthers the pursuit of truth. However, many refuse to try to actively prove themselves wrong. How often do you actively, search out counter arguments to challenge your tenets? If the answer isn’t forthcoming, you may have Echo in your ear. Diversity of Thought on The Left Column. 

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Diversity Of Thought

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