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Dominic Cummings - COVID, Brexit, & Fixing Western Governance
Dwarkesh Podcast
The problematic nature of PPE education and its impact on policymakers
PPE (politics, philosophy, economics) education trains politicians and leaders, but it can also lead to superficial and deceptive thinking. It encourages bluffing, where people make vague and plausible-sounding statements without deep understanding. COVID-19 exposed the shortcomings of this education, as it prioritizes appearing knowledgeable over finding real solutions. PPE graduates rely on polish and social skills instead of truth or practicality.
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