Making Sense with Sam Harris #307 — Twitter, Elon, & Free Speech
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Dec 30, 2022 The discussion delves into Elon Musk's behavior on Twitter, dissecting the concept of free-speech absolutism. Listeners hear about the psychological impact of distancing from toxic online environments. There's a focus on maintaining friendships despite controversial views and the ramifications of ignoring truth in politics. The role of Twitter in shaping narratives and spreading misinformation is critically analyzed, with a spotlight on Musk's leadership choices and their implications for public discourse and democracy.
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Political Needle
- To be politically astute, one must recognize Trump's negative impact and the Left's moral panic.
- Focusing on only one side creates a biased and incomplete view of the political landscape.
Misunderstanding
- Elon Musk misunderstood Sam Harris's stance on the Hunter Biden laptop story.
- This misunderstanding stemmed from a viral clip taken out of context and spread by biased sources.
Laptop Story's Impact
- Despite extensive scrutiny, the Hunter Biden laptop story hasn't revealed significant corruption.
- Its impact seems overblown, especially given the context of the election.