One quote that explains the root cause of most of our politcal problems

[NJmaverick]

If a man is offered a fact which goes against his instincts, he will scrutinize it closely, and unless the evidence is overwhelming, he will refuse to believe it. If, on the other hand, he is offered something which affords a reason for acting in accordance to his instincts, he will accept it even on the slightest evidence. The origin of myths is explained in this way.
- Bertrand Russell

[tbyg52]

1. I've been a Bertrand Russell fan since I was in high school

Must go dig out my dog-eared books and reread them.