644. Has America Lost Its Appetite for the Common Good?
Freakonomics Radio
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Political Predictions and Societal Values
This chapter explores the challenges of predicting political and economic trends, particularly in relation to energy dependence and shifting Republican coalitions. It critiques the prioritization of wealth over social services for vulnerable populations while examining the media's role in shaping public morality. The discussion also highlights the complexities of overcorrection in institutional changes and the implications of traditional values in contemporary governance.
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