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#134 Balaji Srinivasan: The Network State

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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Erosion of Trust in Governance

This chapter explores the decline of state capacity in the United States, emphasizing disjointed governance and the paradox of increased surveillance amid societal chaos. The discussion reflects on public skepticism towards authority, exacerbated by failures in controlling narratives and managing crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. It further delves into the implications of personalized medicine and the need for a nuanced approach to health policy influenced by genetics.

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