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Cults & American Culture

Lectures in History

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Similarities Between Branch Davidians and Other Religious Groups, Media Influence, and Confirmation Bias

This chapter explores the similarities between the Branch Davidians and other American religious groups, the influence of media and public perception on the Waco events, and the role of confirmation bias and stereotypes. It also discusses the lasting impact of the Jonestown tragedy on the response to the Branch Davidians.

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