Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Bringing rationality into politics (with Elizabeth Edwards-Appell)
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Nov 9, 2022 Elizabeth Edwards-Appell, a former New Hampshire legislator and effective altruism advocate, shares her journey from activism to politics. She discusses the complexities of voting dynamics, the influence of leadership on political conformity, and the psychological challenges of changing beliefs. Edwards-Appell dives into the implications of voting against one's party and the importance of navigating personal ideologies in a tribal landscape. She also critiques the role of cognitive biases and the Dark Triad traits among politicians, shedding light on the intricate balance between personal convictions and party loyalty.
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Free State Project
- Elizabeth Edwards-Appell, driven by ideology, joined the Free State Project.
- She aimed to reduce suffering by fighting government, a perceived cause of suffering.
Who Votes?
- Primary voters are the most politically involved, viewing politics as a civic duty or hobby.
- Their views may not fully represent the broader population, potentially narrowing political discourse.
Free Stater Influence
- Free Staters, a highly active group in New Hampshire, exert outsized political influence.
- Their coordinated voting can significantly impact local and state election outcomes.
