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How to Change Your Mind (Ep. 379 Update)

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Why Do You Think Obamacare Is Good or Bad?

Well educated people who consume a lot of information tend to hold disproportionately extreme views. They're really good at seeking out information that confirms our priors and ignoring information that might run counter. One antidote to inflexible thinking is simply balance. In worlds where our network is well balanced, this system works extremely well.

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