The chapter explores how large companies can be influenced by political motives and questions the ethical standards they adhere to. It delves into the risks of extreme justifications driven by tribal sentiments and political polarization, emphasizing the dangers of viewing opponents as existential threats. The conversation underscores the importance of understanding true motives behind news events and the rise of independent journalism as a response to a lack of trust in corporate media.
Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist, professor, and author. His latest book, "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness," will be available March 26.
www.jonathanhaidt.com
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