Navigating Rationalism: Sailboats and Ideologies

This chapter examines a group of rationalists in the Bay Area who establish a unique lifestyle aboard sailboats amidst rising housing costs. It highlights their ambitious yet troubled initiatives aimed at fostering AI safety, while also exploring the emergence of distinct beliefs that diverge from traditional rationalism. Tensions escalate within the community as ideological conflicts and controversies surrounding organizations like Miri unfold, culminating in a protest that sparks dangerous confrontations.