Fact Finding Mission
Pattern number within this pattern set:
388
Douglas Schuler
Public Sphere Project (CPSR)
Problem:
Ignorance...
Context:
Just about any time when there are important gaps in knowledge. More critical at certain times...
Discussion:
When the US invaded Iraq in 2002 virtually no US legislator had any first-hand information about Iraq. They had to rely entirely on mediated information -- which, as they learned the hard way, isn't always accurate.
This discussion will ultimately include useful suggestions and challenges.
Solution:
When ignorance is high, sometimes it's necessary to undertake a fact finding mission.
Pattern status:
Released