From the mind of critic: “If slippery slopes lead to us falling on our ass, but paying attention to clues allows us to stave off problems before they become catastrophes, how do we find balance? Do we use our version of analysis to find out which clues are authentic, and which are wolves in sheep’s clothing? Do we use historical facts and events as evidence of what could once again flare up, if we continue full steam ahead? What if our facts differ from somebody else’s, which leads us to a logical conclusion of mutually assured destruction, while it leads to the promise land for others, because evolution has finally been pushed in the right direction? Do we just throw up our hands in defeat, because whatever is going to happen is going to happen, or do we fight for our version of a better future? Is compromise possible? I would say both sides have their version of slippery slopes, and are perfectly okay with them, as long as their side wins and the other loses. However, not only are there infinite sides, there are infinite views and opinions within those sides. Honing in on what one side thinks monolithically, is like asking Americans what they want on their pizza, everything must be taken on a case by case basis. Now learning from historical mistakes so we don’t repeat them is valid for all humans, but learning from hearsay and circumstantial evidence to form an opinion, perfectly defines a slippery slope. Once we remember the difference between conscious and mindful is how we form informed opinions, and wearing blinders by listening to only one side, instead of the infinitely faceted views of the human species is how slippery slopes appear, we’ll realize when fascism, ethnic cleansing and authoritarianism is actually rising, not claim it is when our side is on the losing end of an election. Preventing catastrophe is good, manufacturing catastrophe isn’t. We find common ground when we start from where we’re human, not come back to it later. Perfect balance isn’t possible because of ever changing thoughts and opinions, but the more we consciously attempt balance, the better off we’ll be. The answer to a slipper slope is a clean slate, while the answer to conscious and multi sided information gathering, is an evolving human species.”
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