Describe your thoughts on the data gathered and compared from 30 years ago to today. How does this correlate with the optimism project and the data/information you've collected so far? Discuss what interested and/or surprised you in this Ted Talk.

In addition, share a scholarly resource that you believe either solidifies or disputes Dr. Pinker's findings. Discuss the resource in detail, in relation to Dr. Pinker's Ted Talk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCm9Ng0bbEQ

( 1minute video)