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The GATTACA Trilogy
Scott Alexander writes two satirical sequels to GATTACA, critiquing discrimination based on epigenetics and educational background.
23 min read 3,565 words
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Those Modern Pathologies
The post satirically portrays ancient concepts as 'modern pathologies' to criticize aspects of contemporary society.
10 min read 1,529 words
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SSC Gives A Graduation Speech
Scott Alexander gives a satirical graduation speech questioning the value of formal education and proposing an alternative basic income system, emphasizing kindness and epistemic humility.
41 min read 6,240 words