Bryan Caplan’s Myth of the Rational Voter (p.126) on irrationality: There is no need to posit that people start with a clear perception of the truth, then throw it away. The only requirement is that rationality remain on "standby," ready to emerge when error is dangerous.
Is Your Rationality on Standby?
Is Your Rationality on Standby?
Is Your Rationality on Standby?
Bryan Caplan’s Myth of the Rational Voter (p.126) on irrationality: There is no need to posit that people start with a clear perception of the truth, then throw it away. The only requirement is that rationality remain on "standby," ready to emerge when error is dangerous.