Blind Spot: Why We Fail to See the Solution Right in Front of Us
Description: Blind Spot: Why We Fail to See the Solution Right in Front of Us examines cognitive biases and obstacles that prevent people from recognizing obvious answers, using examples like the Voynich Manuscript to illustrate these challenges in perception and problem-solving
ISBN: 0062097903
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>Depressingly, this means that we consistently put public policy in the hands of people who are demonstrably incompetent.
You could depress yourself further by thinking that we get the government we deserve or you could re-assess your role in making good progress.
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