“In studying a problem, we must shun subjectivity, one-sidedness and superficiality.” -Mao Zedong, On Contradiction
There is an image doing the internet rounds addressing the issue of “truth” and “opinion”:
This image is a reflection of a perspective that many take regarding opinions, and that does have so social value. Yet it also opens up other questions in the realm of politics, science, political science, and the correct handling of contradictions among the people.
Depending who sees this image, often the reaction is full agreement, or full disagreement – with little nuance. This is almost to be expected: people who believe their opinions to be the truth, will most likely disagree with the cartoon and vice versa.
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