Elizabeth Edwards-Appell

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.