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Trump's Story Changed Minds
- Donald Trump changed minds during the 2015 presidential debate with a compelling story instead of data.
- Stories affect perceptions deeply, even of scientific facts like vaccine safety.
Stories Form The Foundation
- Humans evolved to think in stories because storytelling enables us to understand the world.
- Stories are fundamental to human cooperation and societal progress, forming the 'cake mix' of culture.
Stories Build Empathy
- Stories help us see the world through others' eyes, fostering empathy and changing prejudices.
- Exposure to narratives about different groups can produce lasting shifts in beliefs and attitudes.