By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Based on user reports, the primary issues encountered with the advertisement included slow loading times for video content, instances where the video content failed to load entirely, and advertisements that froze or did not complete. Additionally, users reported that the audio levels on the advertisements were excessively loud. These technical difficulties, along with other unspecified issues, negatively impacted the user experience.
Read the original article here
Americans who have a college degree vote differently than those who do not, and it’s a pretty stark difference. Think about it this way: in a recent election, voters with a degree favored one candidate by a significant margin, around 16 percentage points. Meanwhile, those without a degree leaned the other way, also by a notable margin, about 14 percentage points. This divide highlights a real split in the American electorate based on educational attainment.
The reasons behind this voting disparity are multi-faceted, but they often boil down to exposure to different ideas and experiences. College campuses, for all their quirks, tend to be diverse environments. You’re exposed to people from various backgrounds, cultures, and belief systems. This exposure can challenge pre-conceived notions and broaden perspectives. It’s a lot harder to hold onto prejudices when you’re interacting with people who don’t fit the stereotypes you’ve been fed. That kind of environment naturally fosters critical thinking and empathy.
This exposure to diverse viewpoints isn’t the only factor at play. A college education often equips people with critical thinking skills. They learn how to analyze information, evaluate evidence, and form their own conclusions. This can make them more resistant to misinformation and less likely to fall for simplistic or emotionally charged arguments. They’re also more likely to be skeptical of those who offer easy answers, recognizing that complex problems require nuanced solutions.
Because they are, on average, more intelligent – and more intelligent people are better able to both infer the consequences of populist policies, and be skeptical of people who tell them what they want to hear. Because they are educated enough to understand what is happening. Destroying education was foundational in the destruction we now get to live through. “Smart people don’t like me”—Donald Trump 9/14/25
It is very interesting that some people can’t seem to grasp it. It really is a simple concept. Education is not indoctrination, if that were the case it would not yield different results than the ones the indoctrinator desires.
It’s also worth noting that college often exposes people to a wider range of information. They learn about history, science, literature, and the arts. This broader knowledge base can inform their understanding of the world and the issues facing society. They are less likely to believe outlandish claims and more apt to understand their own experiences and that of those around them.
However, there are some who view college as an indoctrination machine. Some feel that the exposure to diverse viewpoints is nothing more than a form of manipulation designed to steer people toward a certain political ideology. They may see the emphasis on critical thinking as a way to undermine traditional values and beliefs. This viewpoint often leads to distrust of higher education and a belief that it is somehow “woke” or biased.
It’s no surprise that some political figures have targeted higher education. By attacking universities and colleges, they can appeal to those who feel alienated by the modern world. They can portray intellectuals as out of touch elites, and paint education as a threat to traditional values. This tactic is designed to rally support from those who feel left behind by societal changes.
The desire for education, the yearning for critical thinking are universal. It is in our biology. The best path forward is the open, honest, and transparent sharing of information.
Those who are educated have a far better grasp of the world and the role we all play in it. They can see the flaws in arguments, the damage that is done by lies and misinformation, and they often want better. Those things, however, take education, experience, and effort.
In many ways, the divide in the American electorate reflects a broader cultural divide. It’s a clash between those who embrace the values of diversity, critical thinking, and progress, and those who feel threatened by them. As long as the United States does not become a country that offers quality education to everyone, we will continue to see these divisions. We will continue to have large gaps in understanding and empathy. We will continue to struggle with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.