Time Immortal

That we should prove our sophistication and intelligence by “exposing ourselves to other points of view” is sheer asininity. The astronomer doesn’t feel obliged to “expose himself to other points of view” by checking his horoscope each morning, in the interest of even-handedness, hoping this will earn him brownie points in the New Age Flake community.

Yes, I am making a judgement prior to investigation. I am being “prejudiced.” That is because I am a conservative. And an adult. Contrary to received liberal wisdom, one’s past personal experience is an outstanding indicator of future events, and living with this in mind is a wonderful time-saver.

To which, I might add: I do not see the need to prove my multicultural or tolerant bona-fides by recognizing the validity of, or merit in, other philosophical viewpoints, e.g. atheism, Islam, or anything else which is not in harmony with Catholic teaching. I realize that in saying as much, I am admitting to having my biases, but when one has found what one has determined to be the truth, one should cling to that truth with devotion, even at the expense of stepping on a few (or on many) toes.

Update: Welcome, Steynians!