Abolitionists Fought for the Right to Debate Slavery Openly and Without

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Essay

Abolitionists fought for the right to debate slavery openly and without reprisal. Analyze what led them to elevate "free opinion" to a central place in what William Lloyd Garrison called the "gospel of freedom."

Recognize the role of heuristics and biases in decision-making.

Identify factors influencing strategic versus tactical decision-making.

Explain the concept of satisficing and its role in decision-making.

Understand the application of decision-making models in organizational contexts.

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Definitions:

Severe

Used to describe something that is of an extreme intensity or seriousness.

Cognitive Therapies

A range of therapies that focus on changing negative patterns of thought in order to alter behavior and emotions.

Emotional Disturbances

A category of mental health issues characterized by emotional states that significantly impair functionality.

Self-blaming

The tendency to hold oneself responsible for negative events or outcomes, often unnecessarily or irrationally.