Sam Harris discusses the importance of debating ideas for societal progress, emphasizing that much suffering arises not from bad people but from good people acting on bad ideas. He highlights a perceived crisis of meaning in the secular, diverse world, where technology and social media have fragmented our cultural experience, leaving individuals disconnected and isolated. Harris believes that our understanding of self and society must evolve as we grapple with these challenges in the digital landscape.
I've always thought that debating ideas was crucial for progress. The story of mayhem and suffering often stems from good people under the influence of bad ideas.
As we become more secular and diverse, there's a sense that culture has atomized. We are on our own, connected yet fragmented in our digital media experiences.
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