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Michael Morris on tribalism — not as pathology but as fundamental human psychology. Tribal instincts evolved for cooperation, not just conflict. The question isn't how to eliminate tribalism but how to channel it toward constructive ends.
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Morris: belonging to a cohesive group (tribe) is a strong predictor of individual health and well-being — sometimes stronger than individual relationships. Humans need both personal connections and group identity.
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Morris: misinformation spreads fastest within cohesive groups because tribal trust lowers epistemic standards. You believe your tribe's claims without the scrutiny you'd apply to outsiders' claims.
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