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What does it mean?
The author argues against the idea that humans are naturally good, citing violent potential.
In plain terms
People are not inherently good and can become violent easily.
What can you take from it?
Trust in universal human goodness is misplaced.

Where it applies

  • social commentary
  • conflict zones
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • examining biases
  • staying alert
  • questioning optimism

Questions to consider

  • Do you think people are naturally good?
  • What evidence do you see for human behavior?

Another view

This view is highly pessimistic and generalizes based on extreme worst-case scenarios.

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