When we decide to act upon a goal and new information becomes available, we should rethink, but often don't. Rather than altering our course of action, our vision narrows and we double-down - often by referring to how those around us are behaving. Cognitive biases like this can be found in the missteps of state responses to COVID.
Posts tagged as “Leaders”
Democracy requires a loyal and enthusiastic opposition. Crisis requires exceptional response. How should Canada's opposition parties adjust their approach during this unique period in our history?
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many leaders receiving an approval bump, often regardless of previous criticism. Nouvelle explores the history of this crisis phenomena and looks at Canadian Provincial leader Doug Ford as an example.