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Cognitive Biases
Neglect of prior base rates effect – the tendency to neglect known odds when reevaluating odds in light of weak evidence.
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Conflict and Conciliation: Faith and Politics in an Age of Global Dissonance

Despite the peaceful foundations of global monotheistic religions, the broad diversity of interpretations can lead to a sharp paradox regarding the use of force. Inevitably, we must ask ourselves: How can those who ascribe to peaceful beliefs suspend their own moral foundation to beat the drums of war? ... read more
Quotes by Hugh Prather
Hugh Prather
Posted Thu, 2006-05-18 19:49
I can have a Self or I can have consistent behavior. I cannot have both.






