Psychologist Tackles Psychology of Liberals, Conservatives

Liberals and conservatives conceive of morality in decidedly different ways. Jonathan Haidt has mapped out their competing ethical universes in hopes they can learn to peacefully coexist. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by W. MacKenzie - Apr 21, 2009 - 9:04 AM PDT
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by W. MacKenzie - Apr. 29, 2009

I've just discovered this author and think he's very thoughtful. This is an excellent piece. Here's a quote from the heading: Liberals and conservatives conceive of morality in decidedly different ways. Jonathan Haidt has mapped out their competing ethical universes in hopes they can learn to peacefully coexist.

A good article, but I think Haidt is a little harsh on liberals, despite being one himself. One CAN support the troops and be against the war; otherwise, he makes good points that people from both sides of the political aisle could benefit from.

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