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Cass Sunstein on Campus Free Speech
The Good Fight
The Dynamics of Group Polarization
This chapter explores how group discussions often lead to more extreme outcomes compared to individual opinions, a phenomenon known as group polarization. It connects this concept to broader societal issues such as free speech, partisanship, and the effects of echo chambers, while providing examples from history and contemporary politics. Ultimately, the chapter emphasizes the importance of maintaining a degree of uncertainty in beliefs for a healthy democratic society.
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