Reply #18: I went back and read and reread my post. It confirmed what I thought [View All]

[NJmaverick]

which is that I didn't insult Naomi Klien or her works or you for that matter. I simple stated my position that I prefer to form my own conclusions and the considerable time I devote to reading is best used on increasing my knowledge and understanding.

Among my interests is professional football. I am the same way in that passion. I don't really care about the opinions of sports writers. They are useful in terms of getting news, but their knowledge of the sport is on par with the average fan. Instead I prefer to read the articles from former coaches, GMs and players who have far more insight into the game.

For all of Naomi's considerable writing skills (I would certainly not speak poorly of her or her general views) she doesn't have a great wealth of life experience. So while I would be happy to read her articles that provide reporting of events, I would prefer to read subject matter experts instead.