Published Oct 19, 2020

Moral Combat

Explore the double-edged sword of moral convictions in democracy with psychologist Linda Skitka as she delves into how unwavering beliefs can simultaneously sustain and endanger democratic frameworks, driving polarization and eroding trust in institutions.

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Democracy and Morality
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Political Polarization
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Moral Convictions
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Moral Combat

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Moral Convictions Examined

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Conviction Illusions

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Conviction and Consensus

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Distance

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Convictions Paradox

Democracy's Moral Conviction

Moral Convictions Explored

Moral Conviction's Divide

Moral Convictions Explored

Episode Highlights

Democracy and Morality

Political Polarization

Moral Convictions

Moral Combat

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Democracy and MoralityLinda Skitka explores the paradox of moral convictions in democracy, where strong beliefs can both uphold and undermine democratic principles. She discusses the challenges of balancing personal moral certitude with the need for compromise and collective progress.

Democracy and Morality

Political PolarizationLinda Skitka examines how moral certainty can create blinders, making consensus difficult and justifying extreme actions. These convictions often lead to polarization and a disregard for evidence, impacting democratic processes.

Political Polarization

Moral ConvictionsLinda Skitka, a psychologist, examines how moral certainty can act as a blinder, influencing perceptions and behaviors in ways that threaten democratic processes. She discusses the formation of moral convictions and their impact on trust in institutions and social relationships.

Moral Convictions