The Importance Of Ignorance Bliss

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When asked the question, ‘is ignorance bliss?’ I would have to say no it is not. For some people not knowing about certain things does not bother them, but for me personally I would rather know what is going on in the world around me. I say this because sometimes not know what is going on is worse than knowing. Sure, receiving the information might sting a little bit at first; I am going to give you reasons why it would be better to feel that little sting than to risk feeling an even larger stink. Everyday bad things happen in our world, so it is up to us to change it. Knowing this would you rather live in a world where you do not know anything when it is happening, or in a world where you are given the information you need to

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