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If Life Is Random, Is It Meaningless? (with Brian Klaas)

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The Challenges and Uncertainties of Social Science

This chapter explores the challenges and uncertainties in social science research, emphasizing the limitations of models and the role of randomness. It discusses the implications of these challenges for understanding the world and making decisions. The chapter also examines the influence of social science on public policy and questions the actual impact it has on politicians.

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