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katakowsj  ·  2151 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: I watched an entire flat Earth convention – here's what I learned

    In the 21st century, we are witnessing another important shift in both power and knowledge due to factors that include the increased availability of public platforms afforded by social media. Knowledge is no longer centrally controlled and – as has been pointed out in the wake of Brexit – the age of the expert may be passing.

Or, could it be that we're in the throes of recognition of what an actual expert really looks like and how necessary experts are? Although we can armchair quarterback the presidency and think any fool can do it, it actually takes a person with carefully cultivated skills that have been gained through experience over time.