
Why Everyone Believes What They Want to Believe with Alex Edmans
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Exploring Bias in Belief Formation and the Peril of Increasing Knowledge
Exploring how beliefs influence interpretation, this chapter delves into the impact of emotions, entrenched views, and malicious actors on shaping people's perspectives. It advocates for a focus on understanding the motives behind information presentation rather than solely scrutinizing technical aspects.
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