Chapter
Insights into the Life of Congressmen
1:32:47 - 1:38:33 (05:45)
The challenges of being a congressman include fundraising, campaigning every two years, and facing opposition from both enemies and friends. However, it is not an easy job to get and most congressmen are impressive individuals despite the difficulties.
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The speaker talks about hosting a group of scholars for a book discussion and how they extended their stay after realizing they couldn't finish the book in the allotted time.
1:32:47 - 1:34:13 (01:25)
Summary
The speaker talks about hosting a group of scholars for a book discussion and how they extended their stay after realizing they couldn't finish the book in the allotted time. They also formed a bond and trust with each other over the extended period of time.
ChapterInsights into the Life of Congressmen
Episode#313 – Jordan Peterson: Life, Death, Power, Fame, and Meaning
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares his experience of arranging lunch meetings between equal numbers of Democrats and Republicans to talk about why they became Congressmen.
1:34:13 - 1:36:25 (02:11)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of arranging lunch meetings between equal numbers of Democrats and Republicans to talk about why they became Congressmen. Despite the very different values and worlds they come from, they found common ground and enjoyed each other's company.
ChapterInsights into the Life of Congressmen
Episode#313 – Jordan Peterson: Life, Death, Power, Fame, and Meaning
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Despite the challenges of becoming a congressman and the presence of some bad actors, the ability to engage in productive and humorous conversations can help facilitate healing and progress in politics.
1:36:25 - 1:38:33 (02:08)
Summary
Despite the challenges of becoming a congressman and the presence of some bad actors, the ability to engage in productive and humorous conversations can help facilitate healing and progress in politics.