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Ep 34 Ch 13 “Choices” Part 2. Some readings and remarks.
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Previous Episode: Ep 33 Ch 13 "Choices" Part 1. Some readings and remarks.
Next Episode: Ep 35 Ch 14 "Why are Flowers Beautiful?"
This is some reading and reflections upon chapter 13 of "The Beginning of Infinity". In this second part we consider criteria for democracy and democratic institutions. I take a deep dive into Popper's own writings on the topic to supplement the material in David's book. There is even, what we might call, some "self help" when it comes to making choices, or making better choices, or cultivating a better approach to problem solving when no option seems viable. Popper's article on democracy can be found here: https://www.economist.com/democracy-in-america/2016/01/31/from-the-archives-the-open-society-and-its-enemies-revisited