Never Confuse Can and Should
A really bad visual serves as an important reminder.
Much like language, data and data visualizations can be used to both clarify and confuse. I'm an advocate for the former, not the latter.
Unfortunately, though, some people have a tough time distinguishing can and should. Far too often, people ask the question "Can we create a graphic?" as opposed to "Should we create a graphic?"
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