Is Altruism Dead?

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It’s hard to be a good man, Michael Doran writes, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try.

Study of the Day: Nice Guys Finish First

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There is hope. What we’re doing here might not be completely pointless.

Talking Equals Sharing (We Don’t Mean Your Feelings)

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Ever played the dictator game? It’s a test that psychologists use to measure people’s altruism. That is, how much you’re willing to share. One person is given ten dollars and the power to give their partner as much (or as little) as they want. But researchers James Andreoni and Justin M. Rao found that making one change [...]