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The Tragedy Of Human Nature

Self Interest, Moral Illusion, and the Structures Built to Contain Them.

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Jan 03, 2026
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One of the most pervasive lies of our time is the idea that human nature is inherently good. That people are only corrupted, or appear evil, because of systems that reward greed or dishonesty. This b…

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