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One of the shifts I've noticed is changing one's mind has become a negative, especially in politics. We are quick to call them flip-floppers and question what
by aeternum 6y ago
One of the shifts I've noticed is changing one's mind has become a negative, especially in politics. We are quick to call them flip-floppers and question what they stand for.
This mindset seems to incentivize politicians and constituents to avoid changing their mind no matter what, sometimes even when presented with overwhelming evidence.
- username3 6y agoPoliticians who flip sides get attention. Changing one’s mind shows they thought of both sides and they’re not tied to a party. The party you depart will disown you. The other will welcome you.