The Fate of Nations: Why Ignoring Human Nature Dooms Politics
The Michael Shermer Show
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Genetics, Personality, and Politics
This chapter examines the relationship between genetics, personality traits, and political affiliations, emphasizing how specific traits like openness and conscientiousness correlate with support for different parties. It explores insights from twin studies that suggest political beliefs may have a hereditary component, while also discussing the impact of emotional intuition and moral judgments on decision-making. Additionally, the chapter investigates the complexities of human relationships and social constructs, including the implications of the Westermark effect and the challenges posed by aligning societal structures with biological instincts.
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