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Originally Posted by Toy Soldier
Not very realistic but that doesn't mean it wouldnt be better.
There are many people in various jobs who are indeed capable. There are also many who lap up tabloid headlines and will be easily swayed by a lawyer's rhetoric. I'm not really interested in playing the "everyone in the world is actually intelligent and rational and how dare anyone suggest otherwise!" game. Some people are thick and easily lead, and they're more likely to have low levels of education or be in menial jobs. Doesn't mean that ALL are, and doesn't mean that ALL doctors etc. are better equipped, but that's why I said "if there was some way to ensure impartiality"
Oh come on. Are you suggesting that your hairdresser has the same capacity to evaluate the statements of victims / witnesses / accused as a trained mental health professional or sociologist? What a bizarre thought. Why does anyone bother getting any education at all? That's like asking what your doctor could possibly know that your next door neighbour doesn't because "after all, they have Google!"
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Explain to me why it would be better, actually don't bother because in your next highlighted comment you admit that not all doctors would be better equipped... wow that was a quick turn around wasn't it?
This meritocratic system based on academic superiority is flawed, as that is not what a democratic system is based on. I'm not playing any game I agree some people are as thick as lead, they may speak arbitrarily against someone due to their job or the clothes they wear that is true across the spectrum of society.
Yes that's what I'm saying, it's not a bizarre concept.. a jury of peers has been the cornerstone of our criminal justice system for centuries. It wasn't my idea.
People get an education to ensure competency in their specified area of expertise, it doesn't elevate you to consummate guru.