The Concern About Al-Qaeda's Interpretation of Islamic Scripture

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The study didn't happen. This person wanted to do the study, but it just became too difficult. They couldn't really get approval to do it within a reasonable amount of time and an acceptable cost. And I think a common sense says people know about Al-Qaeda. Like participating in a study where you read some of these materials is really a drop in the bucket. People wouldn't say this is an important like ethical thing event that has just occurred where I should have to go and get permission from a government bureau cap.

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Rob Wiblin is the Head of Research at 80,000 Hours where he investigates how people can do more good in the course of their career and produces a long-form interview show called the 80,000 Hours Podcast. He studied genetics and economics in Australia before moving to the UK to help develop the emerging field of effective altruism. You can learn more about Rob at robwiblin.com, learn more about his research work at 80000hours.org, and follow him on social media at @robertwiblin.

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