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by runnedrun 2037 days ago
Persuasion is often a side effect of engagement. Well written facts, even without persuasive language, can still give the impression that the listed facts are more important than other ones.

Two facts from March 2020:

We have a shortage of masks. Masks keep you from spreading disease.

If you read an engaging article about fact 2, you'll likely ignore fact 1.