The physical benefits we get now have more weight in our brains compared to future negative externalities. This is due to our capitalistic system that prioritizes immediate advantages over long-term consequences. Those who prioritize short-term gains gain power and influence over the system, while those who consider future harm lose out on power and influence. It's a perverse incentive that goes beyond just a psychological bias.

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