I guess it must be based on an expectation that the information will support your own viewpoint, and not being prepared for the opposite possibility.
At least this woman's response was honest in the end, essentially admitting that she was only interested in facts if they supported her beliefs. I expect it's a common position, just not many people are as obvious about it.
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Date: 2008-04-21 12:55 am (UTC)I guess it must be based on an expectation that the information will support your own viewpoint, and not being prepared for the opposite possibility.
At least this woman's response was honest in the end, essentially admitting that she was only interested in facts if they supported her beliefs. I expect it's a common position, just not many people are as obvious about it.