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How much credence should we give to “the wisdom of crowds”?

The Minefield

CHAPTER

Crowd Wisdom and Collective Decision-Making

This chapter explores the dynamics of crowd wisdom, focusing on deliberative versus aggregative models in decision-making. It discusses the role of civil society in bridging communication between citizens and leaders, while highlighting the challenges of echo chambers and partisanship in both sports and politics. The conversation emphasizes the need for unity and commitment to democratic principles amidst growing divisiveness.

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