Most of us acquire our beliefs using a combination of research and social networks. Those social networks can provide false information. (Shutterstock)Most people think they acquire their beliefs using a high standard of objectivity.But recent arguments between people about issues like trans rights, vaccinations or Roe v. Wade point to a different reality.Consider the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. There is plenty of evidence to show that widely accessible abortions lead to safer outcomes for children and people who can become pregnant. Moreover, data suggests abortion bans are ineffective, harmful and dangerous. A commitment to life, then, should favour comprehensive health care for those who can become pregnant — including abortions. It seems like there is a disconnect: People are not having fact-informed arguments.
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