
163. Is Everything Better Than We Think? | Bjorn Lomborg
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
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Economic Implications of Electric Vehicles and Global Trade
This chapter discusses the economic and ethical considerations of purchasing electric vehicles like Teslas, focusing on the effects of government subsidies on wealth distribution. It critiques the backlash against free trade and advocates for better agricultural subsidies to enhance global cooperation, emphasizing the potential benefits for developing countries. The conversation also highlights the complexities of communicating urgent global issues like poverty, health, and climate change while navigating socio-economic disparities.
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