Food for Thought
Francis Wheen has written a short piece on the Top Ten Modern Delusions that is well worth perusal, although I don’t agree with him entirely. Here is his list:
1. "God is on our side"
2. The market is rational
3. There is no such thing as reality
4. We mustn't be "judgmental"
5. Laissez-faire capitalism is the prerequisite for trade and prosperity
6. Astrology and similar delusions are "harmless fun"
7. Thin air is solid
8. Sentimental hysteria is a sign of emotional maturity
9. America's economic success is entirely due to private enterprise
10. "It could be you. . ."
Some of these headings won’t make a lot of sense unless you read the whole article.