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The Well
True free speech, explained in 6 minutes
Free speech can amplify hatred, but it also protects the fight against it. Founder of The Future of Free Speech Jacob Mchangama explains.
Jacob Mchangama
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The Big Think Interview
Why psychopaths rise to power
Why we keep giving power to the wrong people, according to political scientist and associate professor Brian Klaas.
Brian Klaas
Fascist politics
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Devil’s Advocate
Devil’s Advocate: Why worry about fascism?
Should we worry about fascist politics? Philosopher Jason Stanley plays devil’s advocate.
Jason Stanley
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