Poll of the Day > i feel existential dread when being told to "do your research", ok?

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i always feel a bit of existential dread when telling or being told to "do your research" on a topic. in the time of internet there is absolutely no source that is unequivocally true or truthful. even in the best of times a huge portion of what we "know" as individuals is taken on faith, ok?

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I mean, when people say "do your own research" what they mean is "read these insane far right blogs with no evidence backing them up and don't question any of it"

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papercup posted...

I mean, when people say "do your own research" what they mean is "read these insane far right blogs with no evidence backing them up and don't question any of it"

I've seen it used from both sides, and not always in a condescending way, not sure why you think that's the only way it's used

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Muscles posted...

I've seen it used from both sides, and not always in a condescending way, not sure why you think that's the only way it's used

Do your research.

Usually "do your research" is followed by "wake up people" and is usually expecting you to believe some crazy conspiracy they are pushing. I always assume do your research is watch crazy youtube videos and conspiracy posts on Reddit. Notice how they never supply links to this supposed research you are supposed to do.