IHO: New Tolerance Definition Lacking
It seems more and more, we are using a new definition of tolerance.
Whereas the old statement
of tolerance was, “I disagree with you, but I
respect your right to voice your opinion,” the new statement of
tolerance is, “All viewpoints are equally valid, and all beliefs are
equally true.” There are at least two problems with this new definition. One is that
it is much less noble. If everybody is right, and you agree with them
all, then what is admirable about accepting their views? There is
nothing special about tolerating opinions with which you agree — who
wouldn’t? More than that, it allows real intolerance to arise, because
anybody who doesn’t agree with the new definition of tolerance can be
silenced on the charge of intolerance/
Benjamin Ledford
, UI Argonaut.
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Question: What is your definition of tolerance?
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