Uri Harris

Uri Harris is a writer known for his analytical essays on culture, psychology, and social issues.

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"White Women Tears"—Critical Theory on Lindsay Shepherd

Critical Theory was on the oppressive nature of mass consumerism which is closely linked to capitalism but it gradually expanded to cover almost every area of human relations.

Uri Harris

9 Dec 2017 · 12 min read

In Defence of Jordan B. Peterson

Peterson is celebrated in the news media as a champion of free speech and liberal, democratic values, while in fact promoting a far-right worldview.

Uri Harris

1 Dec 2017 · 15 min read

Wilfrid Laurier and the Creep of Critical Theory

To understand what happened at Wilfrid Laurier we need to understand what’s causing the gradual advance of leftwing ideology as a cultural phenomenon.

Uri Harris

21 Nov 2017 · 12 min read

Are the Social Sciences Undergoing a Purity Spiral?

Haidt and others formed the Heterodox Academy, which is dedicated to arguing for a more intellectually diverse academy and now has almost 900 members.

Uri Harris

6 Jul 2017 · 15 min read

Donald Trump and the Failure of Mainstream Social Science Part III

However, if we look to other situations I think there is at least grounds for further reflection. Let’s consider two situations.

Uri Harris

16 Nov 2016 · 4 min read

Donald Trump and the Failure of Mainstream Social Science Part II

Large portion of social scientists seem to hold their surprise and perplexity as a badge of honour, rather than as an opportunity to improve their models of human behaviour.

Uri Harris

14 Nov 2016 · 4 min read

Donald Trump and the Failure of Mainstream Social Science

Many social scientists have quite openly voiced surprise and perplexity at both the Trump and Brexit events

Uri Harris

12 Nov 2016 · 4 min read