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#389 - The Politics of Risk

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

CHAPTER

Risk, Trust, and Political Discourse

This chapter explores the multifaceted relationship between risk, cultural contexts, and political landscapes, particularly in the wake of a presidential election. The speakers address the erosion of trust in democratic institutions and the influence of factors like confirmation bias and tribalism on public perception and political polling. By contrasting different approaches to risk through the metaphor of the 'river' and the 'village,' they highlight the complex interplay between individualism, community, and the growing influence of technology in shaping societal values.

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