thoughts on the news of the day: polls

hmmm…..

            Fort Smith, AR, a city in my home state is ranked among the least “brainiest” cities in the United States.  This is according to a poll done by an internet newspaper.  The research measured the income and education of the inhabitants of a number of cities to tabulate the results. 

            Just about anyone can take a poll on just about anything these days and get away with it.  I read an article about a survey that was taken to determine the most trusted professions in the United States.  Ministry ranked almost dead last.  Of course, this poll was taken by a scientific journal, which ranked scientists among the most trusted.  

            Who do we trust for good information?  What sources can we have faith in to give us honest, unbiased facts?  Have you scrutinized the news sources available to you to determine their value and honesty?  I tend to rely on several, but I admit that they do lean toward a certain bias. 

            One thing is for sure, we can’t depend on only upon ourselves to know what to do or think in a situation, the world has gotten far too complicated for that.  So when all else fails, I pray.  And the answer that gives me peace is usually the one that is right for me.  Maybe that will work for you, too.

            hmmm…..