Harvard Philosopher Puts TRUMP Under The SPOTLIGHT w/Kaizen Asiedu #511

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Nov 25, 2025

Kaizen Asiedu, a Harvard-educated philosopher, dives into the complexities of Trump's second term, balancing praise for foreign policy achievements with critiques of domestic shortcomings. He discusses the dangers of tribalism and the importance of defending free speech in a polarized society. With a unique stance on the intersection of politics and spirituality, Kaizen emphasizes that avoiding politics is impossible. The conversation also explores the implications of DEI practices, the nuances of climate discussions, and the importance of clear thinking in today's discourse.

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INSIGHT

Show Your Math To Be Understood

Kaizen rejects fixed labels and prioritizes showing his reasoning so people can judge his ideas fairly.
He emphasizes intellectual honesty and modeling opposing views charitably to reach better conclusions.

INSIGHT

Decentralized Media Shifts The Overton Window

Kaizen credits decentralized social media for widening the Overton window and surfacing diverse viewpoints.
He argues this allows marginalized thinkers to find community and speak more freely.

ADVICE

Steelman Before You Critique

Represent opposing views charitably and engage their strongest arguments before criticizing them.
Update your views when presented with better evidence and keep debating to find the truth together.

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