Why We Fight About Morality and Politics | Kurt Gray | TEDxReno

America is divided on morality and politics, but new science shows we all share the same moral mindset, one focused on protecting the vulnerable. Social psychologist Kurt Gray explains why we have a moral mind fixated on harm—because we evolved being threatened by predators. Gray also reveals how modern political debates stem from disagreements about who is most vulnerable to harm, and presents new data on how to best bridge divides in politics and everyday life: instead of throwing facts at someone, share personal stories of suffering. Kurt Gray, a social psychologist, delves into our moral minds to bridge political gaps. With a Ph.D. from Harvard, he directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab at UNC Chapel Hill and leads the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding. His research, spanning 120+ articles, shows morality's basis in perceptions of harm and how political disagreements stem from differing views on victimization. Gray's work, featured in top publications, sheds light on our divided yet interconnected moral landscape. He's authored "The Mind Club" and the upcoming "Outraged," exploring the divisive yet unifying power of our harm-based psyche. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx