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095 - The Backfire Effect - Part Three

You Are Not So Smart

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The Worldview Backfire Effect

If you can, avoid arguing with people on the fringes. Changing their minds will push the fringes into an even narrower slot in the distribution of ideas. Research shows that using words like carbon offset instead of carbon tax greatly improves the chances of a successful persuasion attempt.

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