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We don’t have a (publicly facing) political system that rewards nuance.

• ptero 7y ago
  I am not even talking about nuance, just some basic engineering clarity; and just between friends, no politicians nearby. I have seen a couple of times that the topic got discussed between otherwise calm, smart people. Both times it very quickly got into name calling, no technical arguments involved.
  • mythrwy 7y ago
    Engineering clarity and politics apparently don't mix. Not a good state to be in. How did democracy ever become "the loudest bullshitter calls the shots"? How sustainable is this?
  • germinalphrase 7y ago
    Of course, I agree with you. I just don’t see how our political/media class can change. The incentives are aligned against your/our view.