My impression from the Sequences seems to be that Eliezer considers Bayesianism to be a core element of rationality. Some people have even referred to the community as Bayesian Rationalists. I’ve always found it curious, like it seemed like more of a technicality most of the time. Why is Bayesianism important or why did Eliezer consider it important?
[Question] Why is Bayesianism important for rationality?
My impression from the Sequences seems to be that Eliezer considers Bayesianism to be a core element of rationality. Some people have even referred to the community as Bayesian Rationalists. I’ve always found it curious, like it seemed like more of a technicality most of the time. Why is Bayesianism important or why did Eliezer consider it important?