You should keep yourself informed of current events.
Why?
Because it’s good to know what’s going on the world.
Why?
Because it’s your civic responsibility.
Why?
Because then you can understand and empathize with others.
Ah. Finally, a worthy answer.
However, feasting on “current events” as they are served to us through the news, social media, and other media, is different than experiencing other people and other perspectives. If you want to understand and empathize with others, dig in past the headlines, sound bytes, and synopses.
Be careful with the high fructose corn syrup. In small quantities, no big deal. If it becomes your main source of nutrition, it’ll kill you.
