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The Border, DEI, Trump, Islam, BLM & the Misinterpretation of Data | Sam Harris PT 1

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Jun 4, 2024
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Sam Harris
Sam Harris, a renowned neuroscientist and best-selling author, dives deep into the intersection of cognitive biases and societal trust. He discusses how the media distorts information, affecting our understanding of critical issues like homelessness and systemic inequality. The importance of expert knowledge amidst political manipulation is a key theme. Harris also highlights the complexities of compassionate policies and their unintended consequences, advocating for thoughtful reform in education and community safety. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey!
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DEI and Incentives

  • DEI breaks institutions by hijacking compassion.
  • People are incentivized to act unethically by systems.
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Misinformation and Violence

  • The "defund the police" slogan arose from misinformation about police violence against black men.
  • The real threat is violence within the black community, compounded by ineffective policing.
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Systemic Racism Narrative

  • Activists see black-on-black violence as a product of systemic racism, not individual choices.
  • This worldview frames poverty as an external oppression, absolving individuals of responsibility.
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