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A Theory of Everyone with behavioral researcher Dr. Michael Muthukrishna
A Bit of Optimism
The Rise of Selfishness and the Loss of Moral Authority
This chapter explores the rise of selfishness in society and its impact on various aspects of life, including politics. It discusses the absence of a major external threat and how it has led to a shift in societal values towards self-preservation. The chapter also addresses the challenges faced by Western societies and proposes a theory that suggests the need for an enemy to foster a cooperation system.
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