The Role of Emotion and Personal Belief in Shaping Public Opinion

This chapter explores the idea of truth and misinformation on the internet, arguing that throughout history, emotion and personal belief have driven movements and shaped public opinion. It discusses the historical conflict between Shia and Sunni Muslims and its relevance to the concept of fake news. The chapter also challenges the misconception that society used to operate solely on facts and concludes with a critique of the claim that post-truth emerged solely due to bad education and media.