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25(15). Inside the Korean “We (Uri),” Part 2
September 4, 2025·15 min·1 clip
In Korea, collective action only succeeds if it has 'Myungbun'—a clear moral justification.
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A clear look at how collective identity shapes moral judgment and responsibility.
This episode follows uri as it moves through how collective identity shapes behavior, from the public judgment of leaders and celebrities to the idea that motive can matter more than the act itself. The argument stays grounded.
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