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Why the "Need for Chaos" Is Eating American Politics
Plain English with Derek Thompson
Embracing Chaos: The Need for Chaos in Sharing Conspiracy Theories
A study conducted by political scientist Michael Bang Peterson aimed to understand why Americans share conspiracy theories on the internet. Contrary to the expected polarization patterns, the study found that there is a group of people who are willing to share any conspiracy theory, regardless of the party it affects. This concept of the need for chaos seems to transcend typical political beliefs and polarization, revealing a unique aspect of human behavior in the digital age.
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