
Keith Payne (on the psychology behind the political divide)
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
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The Psychology of Political Beliefs
This chapter explores the complex relationship between human psychology and political beliefs, revealing how individuals rationalize their choices amid conflicting information. It discusses the impact of personal and group identity on consumer behavior and political affiliation, as well as the role of empathy in civil discourse. The conversation highlights historical influences on contemporary political dynamics, particularly how past economic dependencies continue to shape societal and racial inequalities today.
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