The Gift of Grace
30 Whether you call it grace, or the benefit of the doubt, the idea is the same. A basic appreciation and recognition extended to others, because you believe their sincerity. They may disagree with...
The Unitist Those Who Unite
I Know My Neighbors Are Good People
You know your neighbors. And despite the fact that they put up the yard signs from the (other) political party, you have spent enough time with them to know that they are good people. ...
The Power of Understanding
Our world is filled with a wonderful variety of opinions, views, cultural norms, beliefs, and experiences. Which add vivid color to the tapestry that make up our communities. The fact that we value different...
The Destructive Power of Tribalism
“Android phones are the best phones in the world! Anyone who thinks otherwise is an idiot! Regardless of whatever evidence you may show me to the contrary, I will only ever buy an Android...
Am I The Extremist?
It quickly becomes apparent to anyone who spends very much time talking to people with extreme views, either on the right, or on the left, that it is an almost universal truth that they...
The Purpose of Debate
Who doesn’t enjoy yelling at complete strangers about the finer intricacies relating to whether or not Pluto is a planet! Or some other equally important topic! There are idiots online, and it is our...
Using Science To Justify Bad Behavior
The development of true science as a process for understanding the Universe has been one of the most important advancements in our species. It has directly led to the improvement of millions of lives. ...
Using Religion To Justify Bad Behavior
Religion represents a beautiful legacy of faith and wisdom. Handed down generation after generation by some of the very best representatives of our species. It is true that you can find examples of people...
Where is evil found?
The bulk of the work of The Unitist is to bring people together by helping both sides come to terms with the fact that the other side of the political spectrum is largely made...
The Language of Division
The Language of The Dividers The tactics of the dividers are often very subtle. So much so that it is easy to fall for them. Being led one illogical step at a time away...
The Bidimensional Knowledge Matrix
To read the scientific study that this article is based on, click on this link: How Knowledge Seeking And Knowledge Chaperoning Impact Individuals And Societies How can good people disagree about the most...
