The prevalent schadenfreude surrounding Brian Thompson's murder questions whether our reactions should lean towards horror and empathy, despite his company's criticized policies.
Schadenfreude, a natural human emotion, thrives in societies that have showcased public spectacles of misfortune, from ancient Rome's gladiator games to modern-day 'humilitainment'.
Contemporary social norms discourage expressing schadenfreude, yet the tension between what we should feel versus what we actually feel is significant in shaping our responses.
History illustrates how societal approval of schadenfreude has persisted, signaling a complex relationship between human emotions and moral expectations across time and cultures.
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