You touched on many points, but one thing to consider: people seek out information that confirms their worldview and actively protect themselves against anything that can harm their feelings for their idols.
John Doe isn’t trained in logic and can adjust any of his premises if it means he can continue to admire his favorite celebrity. It’s a combination of flawed reasoning and premise flexibility.
Not to mention, any fact can be endlessly challenged and questioned even if it’s agreed upon and largely incontestable.
John Doe isn’t trained in logic and can adjust any of his premises if it means he can continue to admire his favorite celebrity. It’s a combination of flawed reasoning and premise flexibility.
Not to mention, any fact can be endlessly challenged and questioned even if it’s agreed upon and largely incontestable.