Steven Pinker's book, The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined,
presents evidence that the rate of violence in the world, in spite of what many religious leaders say, is actually declining. The link below is an interview with Pinker, who defends his proposition:
Frequently Asked Questions about The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined
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This puts the 20th century in perspective regarding violence:
What were the worst centuries in human history and why?
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Choose how you look at reality wisely. Yes, it is a binary choice.
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