Weekend voices: High future cost of doing nothing
When a threat appears, we must consider the long-term consequences of our response – or lack of response. But we often kick the can down the road for our children to deal with and fall prey to excuses that make us feel good today while conveniently ignoring the consequences for tomorrow. Politicians understand that most people react emotionally to threats and take comfort in emotionally satisfying tribal-based memes that bypass any critical thought. Contrived memes are useful tools for manipulating an unthinking public, and could be used by either side. The first question to ask ...
