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It Could Happen Here

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Ordinary Evil and Social Dynamics

This chapter explores the troubling concept of ordinary evil, focusing on how propaganda and social conformity can lead individuals to justify harmful actions against out-groups. It advocates for a transformative shift toward trust and decency in social systems, emphasizing the need for self-directed educational and workplace structures to challenge established power dynamics.

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