We like to think of ourselves as more rational than the church down the street, and this is broadly true. I’d like to examine five examples of “unreason”, ranging from one that’s specifically characteristic of conservative Christianity, to a couple that seem to be more popular among liberals, including one that threatens public health.
“Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion: The Wisdom of Jonathan Haidt”
Dr. Michael Sullivan will be presenting a creative understanding of why good people are divided by politics and religion. It is based on the work of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. Dr. Haidt concludes that “morality binds and blinds”. Using the six foundations of morality derived from his research, we can gain a better understanding of “the righteous mind” that everyone has. This can help bridge political and religious divides and promote greater respect for opposing views.