We all have the ability to think critically, examine evidence, and evaluate information objectively. Judge the evidence on its merits, not on whether you like the source, the messenger, or the conclusion. Discrediting information before examining it isn't skepticism—it's prejudice.

Read it first, then critique it. Keep an open mind, consider the evidence carefully, and be willing to look deeper into the issue before reaching a conclusion. Critical thinking requires both skepticism and openness—the willingness to question claims, but also the willingness to follow the facts wherever they lead.