
Living with the Constitution (with A.J. Jacobs)
EconTalk
Epistemological Humility and the Founding Fathers
This chapter explores the importance of epistemological humility through anecdotes involving George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, illustrating how overconfidence can cloud judgment. It also reflects on the symbolism of Washington's chair from the Constitutional Convention, emphasizing the need for intellectual flexibility and active engagement in shaping democracy's future.
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