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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the Covid Vaccine (with Vinay Prasad)

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Advocating for Truth over Noble Lies

The book 'The Noble Lie' prompts reflection on the human tendency to take a strong position in the face of evidence for the supposed greater good, such as advocating for vaccines even when one's motivations may be complex. Although it may be tempting to deceive oneself into believing the motivation is noble, it is emphasized to advocate for the truth instead, as per the theory of moral sentiments by Adam Smith.

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