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Essays on rape allegations

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Dec 17, 2014SSC

The Toxoplasma Of Rage

Scott Alexander explores how controversial ideas spread more effectively than uncontroversial ones, using examples from activism and media to illustrate this 'toxoplasma of rage' effect.

43 min read 6,597 words

Dec 13, 2014SSC

Debunked And Well-Refuted

Scott criticizes the misuse of terms like 'debunked' in academic and political discourse, arguing for more nuanced examination of studies and their critiques.

14 min read 2,081 words

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