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The rise of empathy in modern society

Published Saturday, August 15, 2026 · Updated August 15

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What We Know — Key Points

  • A few days ago, the archbishop of Buenos Aires, Monsignor Jorge García Cuerva, roundly berated President Javier Milei for his failure to empathise with people who, in these austere times, are unable to pay all their debts.

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  • Buenos Aires Times

    The article argues that the widespread emphasis on empathy in modern society, particularly the desire to prioritize feelings and "lived experience," is leading to negative consequences across various sectors, including politics, academia, media, and international relations.

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