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Andrew Sullivan on The Classics, Independence, and the Human Experience

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Navigating Independent Thought in a Polarized World

This chapter explores the challenges of maintaining independent thinking amidst ideological polarization, discussing the dangers of groupthink and social media's influence on public discourse. It emphasizes the significance of self-reflection and intellectual integrity in forming personal opinions and critiques traditional media's constraints on nuanced conversation. Additionally, the chapter delves into the effects of internet addiction on personal fulfillment and the loss of deep engagement with literature and great ideas in contemporary culture.

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