You Might be Getting Your Politics from Your Group
New research explains how America's political divide is fueled by group dynamics (not just differences of opinion).
Can Companies Train Employees to Be Less Prejudiced?
Today, Starbucks is closing its stores to educate employees about racial bias. Will it work?
Is the World Really Doomed?
Steven Pinker’s newest book leverages long-term data to show that the state of the world is improving, even if it's hard to believe.
Can Government Policies Make Us Happier?
World happiness expert Richard Layard explains why policymakers need to focus on improving mental health and human relationships, not just…
How the Threat of Climate Change Makes You Biased
Faced with a challenge that requires a global response, humans cling more tightly to their clan.
Seven Insights to Help You Make Sense of Gun Violence
Research can help us understand why guns are killing more Americans—and what we can do to stop it.
The Biology of the Modern Political Divide
Robert Sapolsky reveals the biological basis for our most unfortunate traits—and insists change is possible.
Nine Ways to Help Students Discuss Guns and Violence
In the wake of a mass shooting in Florida, students are taking action on gun control. How can educators respond?
Is the World Really Doomed?
Steven Pinker’s newest book leverages long-term data to show that the state of the world is improving, even if it's hard to believe.
How to Reduce Racial Profiling
Evidence says that implicit racial bias influences police in deciding which cars to stop. But there's a better way, argues Jack Glaser.
Can Companies Train Employees to Be Less Prejudiced?
Today, Starbucks is closing its stores to educate employees about racial bias. Will it work?
Three Lessons from Zootopia to Discuss with Kids
The new Disney film raises tough questions about prejudice for parents and teachers to explore with children.
Three Ways to Reduce Implicit Bias in Policing
Can we correct for unconscious prejudice in law enforcement? Former police officer Tracie Keesee says yes.
Overwhelmed by Suffering? Here’s How to Act Anyway
Confronted with images of immigrant children in cages, how can we get past overwhelm and work toward a solution?
How to Stop the Racist in You
The new science of bias suggests that we all carry prejudices within ourselves—and we all have the tools to keep them in check.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2017
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.