Baumeister makes a point that good scientists try to separate themselves from any emotional reaction in order to gain better understanding

Baumeister makes a point that good scientists try to separate themselves from any emotional reaction in order to gain better understanding. Initially many of you agreed with Baumeister, but that was before we encountered some of the details of evil and theories related to evil. Now that the course is over, think about if you agree with his assessment of separating oneself from emotion in order to study and understand evil. Is it possible, and appropriate, to remain emotionally detached when studying evil actions?

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