In this episode, we talk about Selective Outrage and the inconsistency in the moral values and principles people apply when evaluating situations. Selective outrage is when people express outrage over some issues while remaining indifferent to others. We explore the harm this behavior causes, its prevalence, and 19 examples of selective outrage. Join us to learn more about why we should be careful before joining the outrage bandwagon.
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