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Pragmatically Yours

Seeking pragmatic truth in all things regardless of my personal truths.

By Jai from Tucson, AZ - Sep 24th, 2009 at 6:11 pm EDT

'Just cuz it's true, don't make it a fact.' Has anyone ever said that to you? I began with that because it seems that we've lost sight of the difference between truth and fact. It is true that most people want a government run health care system no matter what the cost. It is a fact that a government run health care system cannot sustain itself while never raising taxes or increasing the deficit. One can be left up to interpretation, meaning it can't be unequivocally proven and is subject to the beliefs of the individual. The other is supported by calculations, documentation, and undeniable truths.
You have to know the difference between your truths and pragmatic truths or facts. I'm a believer, it is my belief (though many may share it), it is my personal truth, I will not argue my beliefs as they are based on my faith rather than empirical evidence. The fact that our government has systematically proven that the more power it is given, the larger it grows, the less capable it is of submitting itself to the will of the people as it is intended to do is a fact. Documents supporting it's original purpose, as well as it's subsequent and gradual demise support that fact. Before you go toe to toe with someone, step back, place your feelings and beliefs on the shelf, make sure you are informed and prepared and then enter into the ring of mental sparring. Do this equipped with knowledge, facts, and an open mind for these are your greatest assets in a discussion. I credit my mother with showing me how to separate the two and have a debate without being personally hurt. How to learn as well as teach and have fun while engaged in a battle of thoughts and ideas.
As I've said before and will say again, one's views are strengthened through the acquisition of knowledge and balanced/reinforced by the views of one's peers. I meant for this to be short lol but it has grown. All I'm saying is do not confuse the two (truth/fact), know the difference and optimize your opportunity to learn and grow.
Or don't lol maybe it's all subject to interpretation...

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