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Why monkeys (and humans) are wired for fairness | Sarah Brosnan

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The Evolutionary Importance of Fairness in Human Cooperation

This chapter delves into fairness as seen through an evolutionary lens, highlighting how cooperation is vital for human social structures. It draws parallels between human behaviors and those of capuchin monkeys, linking recent social protests to our intrinsic need for equity and the consequences of systemic inequalities.

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