Part ONE: How important are context, history, and actions when forming opinions, especially in political debates? Let’s break it down…
When context and history are missing, facts and actions are easily misinterpreted, often resulting in flawed conclusions.
I learned this concept back in 1972, while I was in high school. When I took an experimental class given by Mrs. Southard and Ms. Tomassino.
There, we studied history through the eyes of contemporary authors. By examining their publications during the time history was being made, it sharpened our understanding.
It gave us the modern-day sojourner, CONTEXT!
A statement taken out of context may appear alarming or misleading, ultimately distorting public perception.
Without context, people may accept misleading narratives as truth, leading to further confusion and misjudgment-FAKE NEWS???
No matter how you cut it, LIFE occurs in a high-stakes environment. Understanding the full implications of actions is crucial.
Decisions made without adequate context can have negative consequences. Especially when it comes to The Rule of Law!
If you’re basing your entire argument on gaps in evidence, you’re not really arguing — you’re guessing.
And guessing does not win debates nor inspire reform! And, it most certainly has no place in debating The Rule of Law!
Next up- Part 2: A perfect example and someone you should know – Reformer Elizabeth Packard’s Fight for Due Process in the 19th Century.