The Game Theoretic Trap of Cancel Culture — and How to Beat it

<p>While cancel culture is a phenomenon often attributed to the left, I believe it&rsquo;s ubiquitous, taking place on all sides. Dissenting against the dominant narrative can get you ostracized, fired, de-platformed, or worse, whether you violate standards of political correctness, speak out against Trump, or believe in a false god. Cancel culture is a problem for innumerable reasons, reinforcing groupthink and polarization while quashing diverse perspectives. This article lays out the game theoretic mechanics driving cancel culture, as understanding how it works is key to defeating it.</p> <p>To begin, we must understand two concepts integral to cancel dynamics:</p> <p><a href="https://greenteaji108.medium.com/the-game-theoretic-trap-of-cancel-culture-and-how-to-beat-it-1ceef5cc4b09"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>
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