Why We Need Nuance: Meghan Daum
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Even before the alarming and violent January 6 assault on the Capitol, American politics was in danger of spinning out of control\\u2014 bumping up against the guardrails of our democratic institutions.
On social media and in the civic square, many have separated into two camps that seem to hate the other side. We have become estranged from family and friends over politics.
More than ever, we need nuance.
In this episode, our guest is a liberal writer and feminist, Meghan Daum, who is increasingly critical of her own side: the left. Meghan wrote the book, \\u201cThe Problem With Everything. My Journey Through The New Culture Wars.\\u201d She\\u2019s also the host of \\u201cThe Unspeakable\\u201d, a podcast that celebrates disagreement and encourages guests to speak uncomfortable truths.
\\u201cWe are not allowing ourselves to sort through our confusions. You have to be on one side or the other,\\u201d says Meghan. \\u201cIf you\\u2019re not conflicted, you are either lying to yourself, or you\\u2019re not very smart.\\u201d
Recommendation: Jim recommends \\u201cPost Corona\\u201d, a podcast series hosted by Dan Senor that predicts how COVID19 will transform our world\\u2014 indefinitely.
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