Righteous Justifications
True societal evil often stems from individuals who believe they are acting for the greater good, yet disregard civil liberties and ethical considerations. These individuals, swept up in their justifications, fail to recognize that good intentions can lead to harmful outcomes. Their rationalizations are supported by their communities, creating a dangerous cycle of moral complacency and deep-rooted justifications for their actions.In this clip
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#122 - Mark Changizi
Related Questions
Elaborate more on the conversation with Yuval Noah Harari about evil being carried out by those who believed it was for good.
Why do those who think they are doing good often do the most evil, as discussed in the episode 213. What Is Evil? | No Stupid Questions and the clip Understanding Evil?
Why do those who think they are doing good often do the most evil?