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What Makes Us Modern

Then & Now: Philosophy, History & Politics

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The Importance of Trust and Specialized Knowledge in Modern Life

This chapter explores the concept of modernity and the reliance on trust and specialized knowledge. It discusses how modernity requires faith in people we don't know and the importance of always learning and choosing to contribute to an expert system. The chapter also delves into the idea of risk in modern society, comparing it to traditional societies, and emphasizes the need to make choices based on weighing risks and potential gains.

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