The genie of polarization — how can we get it back in the bottle? - Kris De Meyer
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We live in an increasingly polarized world — how did we get here? Dr Kris De Meyer explores how people become entrenched in their views and the gridlocked debates these opinions lead to. De Meyer posits a challenge: how can we communicate with those who see reality radically different to us? And what responsibilities do we all have to break the cycle of polarization?
According to the speaker, what are the potential dangers of a society that becomes deeply polarized, and how can understanding the psychology behind it help prevent these outcomes?
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