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Making Sense with Sam Harris

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Examining Trump's Persuasive Abilities and Political Strategy

The chapter delves into a detailed discussion on Trump's persuasion skills and how they contributed to his election as president, with a trained hypnotist guest providing insights. The conversation explores the impact of emotional truth in politics and how extreme offers and negotiation tactics are employed by Trump to sway public opinion. Ethical implications of extreme positions in negotiations are analyzed, shedding light on the strategy's effectiveness and potential consequences.

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