The History of the World According to David Brooks
Brooks depends on a lazy and ignorant story about tribalism to bolster a specific myth about American exceptionalism.
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Steven Pinker
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Steven Pinker’s Radical Brand of ‘Contingent Optimism’
The Harvard University psychologist argues humans have the capability to deal with the huge challenges we face. But will we? That's a different question.
Musicians May Not Have Better Sex Lives After All
New research throws doubt on the notion that musical ability indicates strong potential as a romantic partner.
Science Is, Undeniably, Making the World a Better Place: A Conversation With Steven Pinker
Oliver Burkeman explores human nature, violence, feminism, and religion with one of the world’s most controversial cognitive scientists. Can he dent Steven Pinker’s optimism?