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Cramming for the Midterms: How We Got so Biased (And What to Do About It)

The science behind why our politics got so insane (and what we can do about it).

This is a series about the fundamental principles of social and political life. If you’re looking for a rundown of “he-said,” “she-said” analyses, or a bunch of talking heads talking past each other on today’s top issues, you’re in the wrong place. Instead, we share some of the deepest social science findings behind how everything got so fucked. You’ll leave with a new lens to understand the news – and how to use it for good. It’s string theory for the midterm elections.

SHOW #3: How We Got So Biased (and what to do about it)

Do we really talk about male and female candidates for office differently? Are white politicians and politicians of color judged differently for their performance? Yes, and yes. We learn the evidence for these biases, why we have them, and what to do about it.

This is a 5-event series leading up to the midterm elections: you can come to single events or get a series pass (5 shows for $50).

Doors: 6:30pm

Show: 7:00pm

Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Series Pass (5 events): $50

Events are 21+

Venue is mixed seating and standing-room: arrive early to get a good seat!











When: Wed., Oct. 10, 2018 at 6:30 pm
Where: Caveat
21 Clinton St.
212-228-2100
Price: $15 adv / $20 door
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The science behind why our politics got so insane (and what we can do about it).

This is a series about the fundamental principles of social and political life. If you’re looking for a rundown of “he-said,” “she-said” analyses, or a bunch of talking heads talking past each other on today’s top issues, you’re in the wrong place. Instead, we share some of the deepest social science findings behind how everything got so fucked. You’ll leave with a new lens to understand the news – and how to use it for good. It’s string theory for the midterm elections.

SHOW #3: How We Got So Biased (and what to do about it)

Do we really talk about male and female candidates for office differently? Are white politicians and politicians of color judged differently for their performance? Yes, and yes. We learn the evidence for these biases, why we have them, and what to do about it.

This is a 5-event series leading up to the midterm elections: you can come to single events or get a series pass (5 shows for $50).

Doors: 6:30pm

Show: 7:00pm

Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Series Pass (5 events): $50

Events are 21+

Venue is mixed seating and standing-room: arrive early to get a good seat!

Buy tickets/get more info now