The Promise and Perils of Contacting Extraterrestrials
The Good Fight
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Navigating the Unknown: Contacting Extraterrestrial Civilizations
This chapter examines humanity's efforts to communicate with extraterrestrial civilizations, highlighting both the complexities and uncertainties involved. It questions the assumption of altruism in potential interstellar relations, considering the risks of engaging with technologically advanced or hostile species. The discussion also engages with cognitive biases impacting our perceptions of contact, while evaluating moral considerations and decision-making authority in pursuing METI initiatives.
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