#395 - Intellectual Authority and Its Discontents
Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content
The Corruption of Scholarship and the Impact of Bad Incentives
This chapter investigates the impact of political influences on Middle Eastern studies, revealing how corruption distorts scholarly understanding of conflicts. It highlights the challenges posed by poor incentives on intellectual integrity and contrasts reputable medical figures with those who disregard standards, emphasizing the implications for health policy.
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