Most of the readings this week have to do with Descartes and his theories. What do you think of what he had to say? Should we re-examine all of our beliefs? If we are comfortable and happy with what we believe, but doubt arises about it's truthfulness in reality, should we stay content and ignore the truth, or search for meaning and leave our comfort zone? Have any of you already re-examined what you believe, and if so how did you and what did you do after?

With all the talk about the influence of the media and propaganda I wanted to see what you all thought about the topic. Has society's advance into the Information Age actually led to a more ignorant public? Although technology is at an all time high, it seems like basic knowledge of civics and constitutional rights are at an all time low. Are we headed down the path that was tread in novels such as "A Brave New World" and "1984?" Or are we not so far gone yet? What do you guys think?