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Bringing rationality into politics (with Elizabeth Edwards-Appell)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Navigating Shifts in Political Beliefs

This chapter examines the influence of cognitive biases on personal ideologies, particularly reflecting on a shift from libertarianism. It addresses the emotional and relational challenges of changing beliefs, the impact of tribalism, and the importance of adopting a probabilistic mindset. The discussion also highlights the psychological struggles of leaving a rigid belief system while advocating for a more flexible approach to political identity and problem-solving.

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