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#371 - What the Hell Is Happening?
Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content
Polarization & Extremism in Society
The chapter analyzes the polarization and extremism in society, highlighting the presence of extreme voices not representative of the majority middle. It explores examples like the response to events of January 6th and the influence of social media and external actors in stoking divisions. The discussion also covers challenges in obtaining reliable information, mistrust in institutions, the impact on voter influence, the frustration of navigating conflicting narratives, and concerns about political violence and erosion of democratic norms.
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