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202: Shane Snow | Cognitive Self-Defense Against Intellectual Dishonesty

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Debunking Fallacies: The Electric Chair Rivalry

This chapter investigates the invention of the electric chair, highlighting the competitive tension between Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse. It discusses how Edison's manipulation of public perception and the use of fallacies in debate can obscure reality and hinder understanding. The chapter emphasizes the need for intellectual honesty and sound reasoning in public discourse, while categorizing logical fallacies and their impact on effective communication.

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