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?
Human knowledge has progressed exponentially since the dawn of modern science. It is no longer reasonable to accept claims without sufficient objective evidence. The harm from religion, alternatives to medicine, conservatism, and all other false beliefs will be exposed on this blog by reporting the findings of science. This blog will also reinforce what should be the basics of education: History, Civics, Financial Literacy, Media Literacy, and Critical/Science Based Thinking.
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