Think!: Why Crucial Decisions Can't be Made in the Blink of an Eye

Michael LeGault talked about his book Think!: Why Crucial Decisions Can’t Be Made in the Blink of an Eye, published by Threshold Editions. He examined the current state of decision-making where emotional impulses often override critical thinking. In his book, he pointed out societal and political factors he believes have contributed to the diminishing importance given to critical thinking. Mr. LeGault also talked about the importance of reason and skepticism as steps in the decision-making process. Following his presentation, the author responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. Mr. Hilboldt moderated the question and answer segment.

The book is about a perceived downward spiral of American intellect and culture where sharp, incisive reasoning has become a lost art in the daily life of Americans. Mr. LeGault agued that the Age of Reason morphed into the Age of Emotion; and this systemic erosion is costing time, money, jobs, and lives in the 21st century, le close