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by qrbLPHiKpiux 2825 days ago
> Ironically, I think this Soviet-esque mentality that "people who disagree with idea X are dangerous" is dangerous!

Every, single social media platform, political show, talk show, no matter the side.

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As Vi Hart explains here[0], it's critical that you establish enemies for your followers if you wish them to crusade for you. Playful banter and "agreeing to disagree" don't cut it. You have to dehumanize them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deg1wmYjwtk

Undisputed and lamentable. I just didn't see it coming in paragraph 2 of a NY Times editorial on teenage sleep habits.
EconTalk is good about not being like this.