Perhaps every thinking individual holds an opinion on nearly everything under the sun. Regardless of knowledge or expertise, most are inclined to weigh in. Even those unfamiliar with basic physics may feel qualified to comment on nuclear science.
Our society thrives on opinions. We are all highly opinionated—whether on politics, sport or religion. We run opinion factories that churn out views on every conceivable topic, real or imagined.
With the advent of supersonic telecommunications, individuals are bombarded with an overload of information—relevant or not. This access has birthed a generation of pseudo subject matter experts and self-proclaimed intellectuals, unfortunately imposed upon viewers and listeners via mainstream and unregulated social media platforms.
Napoleon Hill, the renowned author, observed: “Opinions are the cheapest commodity on earth. Everyone has a flock of opinions ready to be wished upon anyone who will accept them.” People form opinions based on their unique orientation; the more educated often have more layered opinions, while the less informed may offer simpler, and at times more........

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