In this episode of Wicked Problems, a guest contributor - chief demon Screwtape - praises Senator JD Vance's climate responses in a recent vice-presidential debate, Screwtape elaborates on how Vance used emotional appeals, subtle racism, and misdirection to deflect from critical issues.

00:00 Introduction to Wicked Problems

00:08 Climate Change in the Vice-Presidential Debate

00:44 JD Vance's Response and Misdirection

01:32 Screwtape's Analysis of Misdirection

02:26 Emotional Appeal as a Shield

03:38 Subtle Racism and Division

04:47 Clean vs. Dirty Economy

06:10 Creating an Illusion of Agreement

07:18 Replacing Complex Truths with Simple Half-Truths

08:14 Reframing the Debate with Economic Patriotism

09:13 Casting Doubt Through Opponent's Inconsistency

11:13 Conclusion and Call to Action

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