The Dissenter

#1162 Michael Huemer - Progressive Myths: Racism, Feminism, Gender, Science, and More

Oct 13, 2025
Join Dr. Michael Huemer, a philosophy professor and author of Progressive Myths, as he tackles controversial topics like systemic racism and the gender pay gap. He challenges common media portrayals of crime and policing, advocating for case-by-case analysis. Huemer also critiques the implicit association test and discusses whether gender is a social construct. With an insightful take on wealth origin and the impact of misinformation, he argues for rational civic responsibility in understanding political beliefs.
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Facts First, Politics Second

  • Huemer argues many political debates rest on ignorance and circulating falsehoods rather than reasoned facts.
  • Correcting factual errors is necessary to solve social problems effectively.
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Media Selection Shapes Racial Narratives

  • Media bias skews coverage toward Black victims killed by white officers, creating misleading impressions.
  • Huemer warns the media selectively reports such cases, amplifying narratives of racial oppression.
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Toxicology Matters But Doesn't Exonerate

  • George Floyd's fentanyl use likely made him more vulnerable but did not negate homicide responsibility.
  • Huemer views Chauvin's conviction under felony murder as legally consistent even if intent to kill was absent.
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