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S2 Ep1054: Adam Serwer, Lauren Egan, and Justin Jones: The Attack on Knowledge

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The Dynamics of Cruelty and Allegiance

This chapter explores the phrase 'the cruelty is the point' and its implications on human nature and social dynamics, particularly in the context of political behavior. It draws parallels between sports fandom and political support, examining how shared cruelty and mockery foster emotional bonds among supporters while creating divides with dissenters.

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