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Venkatesh Rao & Tim Beiko — The Summer of Protocols

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The Importance of Second Order Thinking

Most people are first order thinkers and don't consider secondary and tertiary effects. The visceral reaction of others plays a role in decision-making. It's easy to be swayed by emotional appeals, like prioritizing the safety of children over ambulances. Protocol literacy requires questioning sacred beliefs. Second order thinking involves considering a range of options, not just relying on a strong centralized leader.

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