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The general mechanism is always the same : in-group vs out-group. My tribe is humane, your tribe is evil beyond compare. The exploit is emotional reactivity, g
by prox 4y ago
The general mechanism is always the same : in-group vs out-group. My tribe is humane, your tribe is evil beyond compare.
The exploit is emotional reactivity, get your in-group gaslighted so they are on permanent rage.
- taeric 4y agoInterestingly, I don't think that is "correct" use of gaslighted. It sounds right metaphorically, as you are "igniting" them in a way that "lighting a gas source" would go. However, gaslighting is to sow doubt and confusion in people's self thoughts. I /think/ you could use this to the same end, but I think the initial was specifically not evoking a sense a rage, but one of dependence.
- prox 4y agoYeah, you are right. I think the mechanism, to start an outrage vs the perceived outgroup is indeed the same. Once ignited lots of people don’t change their stance, unless you score high on self-reflection perhaps.