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#733 - Rikki Schlott - Is Cancel Culture Actually Getting Worse?

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The Importance of Embracing Post-Enlightenment Ideals for Dialogue

There is a fundamental misunderstanding of dialogue and the way minds are changed. Society has distanced itself from classical liberal values that promote free dialogue and healthy exchange of ideas. Embracing post-enlightenment ideals such as free speech is crucial for a thriving culture. Cancel culture may stem from good intentions but shutting down opposing views does not eradicate them and further polarizes society. It is vital to understand the importance of engaging in diverse ideas and perspectives in discussions instead of resorting to ad hominem attacks or using cheap tactics to avoid confronting uncomfortable ideological arguments.

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