EITHER / or thinking can lead to false conclusions and bad decisions.

In the world of politics, it can get in the way of results.

Examples of either / or thinking:

1. “If Ali runs for State Parliament, it means she doesn’t care about council!”

Not true. I can walk and chew gum. I can run for State Parliament AND be a passionate, hard-working, results-driven councillor.

And by the way, i...