If Books Could Kill
The Worst Takes of 2023 [TEASER]
Dec 21, 2023
The hosts discuss nominations for worst takes of 2023, including a defense of Hillary Clinton and criticisms of the podcast. They delve into the misconception of the link between marriage and poverty, critique an editorial claiming political dating mismatches threaten marriage, and explore ideological divides in America. They also discuss behavior in online and in-person interactions and challenge the notion of gatekeeping queerness.
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- Marriage may not be the cause of better outcomes for children, as correlation does not equal causation and other factors like wealth and education are not considered in the data.
- Blaming individuals for not dating across ideological lines oversimplifies the issue of political polarization, and expecting marginalized groups to compromise their beliefs is unfair and unrealistic.
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The Danger of Overemphasizing Marriage
Marriage is often touted as the solution to poverty and societal challenges. However, the podcast argues that this discourse misunderstands correlation and causation. While it is true that children raised by two parents have better outcomes, it does not necessarily mean that marriage itself is the cause. The data fails to consider other factors, such as wealth and education. Furthermore, this discourse ignores the complexities of cohabitation and the support it provides in raising children. The podcast suggests that policymakers should focus on addressing broader issues of poverty rather than solely promoting marriage.
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