I definitely agree that everyone to some extent has directional motivation. Given the many different media outlets that exist, it comes as no surprise that many of these outlets are biased and align with certain political beliefs or values. While we do have to acknowledge this, it is important for both ourselves and for educators to teach students ways to overcome this directional motivation. All individuals should have both values and beliefs that originate from logic, evidence-based claims. Further, we need to teach our students how to evaluate information being shared, and whether such information is credible and accurate or not. If we can teach our students these skills, then the future generations may be more inclined to think critically and logically about the civic issues that are at stake.