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Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

#389 - The Politics of Risk

Oct 25, 2024
Nate Silver, statistician and founder of FiveThirtyEight, discusses the evolving cultural attitudes toward risk in American politics. He highlights the erosion of trust in democratic institutions and how digital echo chambers shape public perception. The conversation touches on the complexities of polling, the impact of key tech figures like Musk and Bankman-Fried, and the rising Gen Z voting trends. Silver also explores the likelihood of electoral unrest and the intricate relationship between wealth concentration, media trust, and political dynamics.
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  • Nate Silver emphasizes the declining trust in liberal institutions and how it impacts the perception of elections and polling accuracy.
  • The conversation highlights Kamala Harris's reluctance to clarify her evolving stances, raising concerns about her campaign's effectiveness in engaging voters.

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Concerns About Kamala Harris' Campaign Strategy

The hesitancy of Kamala Harris to clarify her evolving stances on key issues like border security and policing has raised concerns about her campaign. Many voters remain uncertain about her viewpoints, often viewing her as a potential leftist candidate rather than understanding her actual positions. This ambiguity has led to a perception that Harris is evasive when questioned about her prior changes in opinion. As time is running out before the election, the failure to articulate her views could lead to significant own goals for her campaign.

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