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Lex Fridman on the Weaponization of Language
2:15:38 - 2:24:39 (09:00)
Lex Fridman discusses how the press uses certain terms like "white supremacist" too broadly and how this ruins the ability to use language with precision. He also argues that people on both the left and right can learn from history about ideologies like white supremacy to create a better system for assessing what people like and don't like.
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The host discusses his political leanings and his conservative views on fiscal issues, despite supporting a woman's right to choose on issues that code him left of center.
2:15:38 - 2:18:15 (02:36)
Summary
The host discusses his political leanings and his conservative views on fiscal issues, despite supporting a woman's right to choose on issues that code him left of center.
ChapterLex Fridman on the Weaponization of Language
Episode#354 – Jeremi Suri: American Civil War
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The intersection of history and politics is complex, and it's often difficult to separate them.
2:18:15 - 2:18:56 (00:41)
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The intersection of history and politics is complex, and it's often difficult to separate them. While historians strive to be nonpartisan, it's impossible to be entirely objective as we all have our biases.
ChapterLex Fridman on the Weaponization of Language
Episode#354 – Jeremi Suri: American Civil War
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Historians and scholars need to be aware of their biases in order to remain objective and thorough in their work, even if they choose to wear different hats at different times.
2:18:56 - 2:21:04 (02:07)
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Historians and scholars need to be aware of their biases in order to remain objective and thorough in their work, even if they choose to wear different hats at different times.
ChapterLex Fridman on the Weaponization of Language
Episode#354 – Jeremi Suri: American Civil War
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The frequent misuse of the term "white supremacist" in the media ruins the ability to use it precisely, as it is an ideology that some people still believe in today.
2:21:04 - 2:23:20 (02:16)
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The frequent misuse of the term "white supremacist" in the media ruins the ability to use it precisely, as it is an ideology that some people still believe in today. Not all Confederates were white supremacists, but rather influenced by the ideology. There is much to be learned by both the left and right from this history.
ChapterLex Fridman on the Weaponization of Language
Episode#354 – Jeremi Suri: American Civil War
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Confronting antisemitism requires empathy and conversation with those who hold antithetical beliefs.
2:23:20 - 2:24:39 (01:18)
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Confronting antisemitism requires empathy and conversation with those who hold antithetical beliefs. It is important to recognize and acknowledge ideas that are perpetuated by individuals that may not identify as antisemitic.