Polarization and Technology
Michael discusses the alarming trend of increasing political polarization since the early 2000s, highlighting how the middle ground has diminished and the perception of opposing views has shifted from disagreement to moral condemnation. The conversation then shifts to a fascinating article about contact tracking technology, which poses a dilemma between civil liberties and safety, echoing Benjamin Franklin's cautionary words about sacrificing freedom for security.In this clip
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