The deeper the insight, the more we resist it. Like wild animals reacting to their reflection in a mirror, we are shocked to see an unknown self. Why are we shocked? In the mirror of self-knowledge, we see the extent of our self-deception—plus our unconscious pursuit of … [Read more...] about The Interplay of Neurosis and Democracy
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Why People Support Donald Trump
I watched MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow show this past Monday, and I was frustrated. She’s brilliant and patriotic, but like journalists everywhere she tends to see people and world events somewhat superficially. I’ll explain why. Ms. Maddow was bemoaning the fact that so many … [Read more...] about Why People Support Donald Trump