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Essays on definition inflation

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Jul 16, 2019SSC

Against Lie Inflation

Scott Alexander argues against broadening the definitions of words like 'lie' and 'abuse', as it dilutes their meaning and reduces their usefulness in identifying problematic behavior.

14 min read 2,119 words

Jun 21, 2017SSC

Against Murderism

Scott Alexander critiques the concept of 'racism' as an oversimplified explanation for complex issues, arguing for a more nuanced approach to understanding and addressing societal problems.

42 min read 6,392 words

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