In my youth, I came to understand the term "common sense" as implying that though you may not have extensive knowledge about a topic or even extensive skill in reasoning, you likely have enough of ...

If you hear a politician or salesperson or, for that matter, opinion columnist invoke common sense, beware. When people say a particular view on immigration, foreign policy, abortion or climate is ...

For those of us who believe in efficiency, empathy, and a basic understanding of how the world works, certain behaviors feel like a personal affront. They're not just minor inconveniences; they’re ...

Wouldn’t it be great if anyone planning to run for political office would have to pass a qualifying exam? The test would make sure the candidate has some intelligence but more importantly ranks super ...

Animal common sense might give us insights about human common sense, and ultimately enable better AI systems such as AI-based true self-driving cars. Let’s talk about common sense. We all have it, ...

“Common sense (which, in truth, is very uncommon) is the best sense I know,” the 18th-century British writer Lord Chesterfield advised his son. But common sense doesn’t stay that way. While it appears ...