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The Persistence of Civilization Over Time
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Despite setbacks such as world wars, nuclear standoff, climate change, and migration, civilization has persisted. The speaker also expresses optimism about the younger generation's values and problem-solving skills.

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Despite the setbacks including world wars and climate change, the persistence of civilization over time gives hope.
2:01:02 - 2:06:49 (05:46)
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Civilization, Young Generation
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Despite the setbacks including world wars and climate change, the persistence of civilization over time gives hope. The younger generation consisting of bright, talented and empathetic problem solvers also brings positivity for the future.

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The Persistence of Civilization Over Time
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#248 – Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power
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Lex Fridman Podcast
During the study of genocide and concentration camps, it becomes clear that hardship can bring out the best in human nature which is usually expressed through love, especially among those who are suffering.
2:06:49 - 2:08:51 (02:01)
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Human nature
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During the study of genocide and concentration camps, it becomes clear that hardship can bring out the best in human nature which is usually expressed through love, especially among those who are suffering.

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The Persistence of Civilization Over Time
Episode
#248 – Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The speaker highlights the correlation between poverty and poor records when it comes to crime, domestic violence, and child abuse among poor families, but emphasizes that it does not mean poor people are inherently mean.
2:08:51 - 2:12:08 (03:17)
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Poverty, Crime, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse
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The speaker highlights the correlation between poverty and poor records when it comes to crime, domestic violence, and child abuse among poor families, but emphasizes that it does not mean poor people are inherently mean.

Chapter
The Persistence of Civilization Over Time
Episode
#248 – Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast