More information help us make good long-term decisions or not

[shootingstar]

Generally for the cycling world, there's way more useful information for everyone on bikes, gear, trends and infrastructure. For cycling comfort, it's been helpful. And the Internet forums reach cyclists who don't have many local cyclists for support.

But in other areas, all the Internet information, easier access to info., hasn't stopped some terrible things happening in the world.. ie. bombing on Doctors without Borders medical clinic in Syria (what for?)..or to a Canadian to see strange support of D. Trump in the U.S. (Trump's sentiment is in direct contrast to where I live: we have a mayor who is Muslim, East-Indian, Canadian-born and Harvard educated.) Proves that some people will only select information to support what they believe and support their actions.

We're all prone to this but sometimes I get the powerful feeling all the information in the world, is making some people even more strongly "tribal", more insular. The Internet full of information can be a blessing, but can cause serious challenges in sending out critical info. to all citizens equitably that they need to know on soon to help themselves.