The Science Behind Mob Thinking

"The Capitol siege last week came as a shock to many Americans who had no idea how intense election denialism, and to an extent, white supremacy, has been brewing in American society.

"Why it matters: Research shows that this type of mob thinking has become stronger and more frequent as more news and information has moved online. Experts also suggest President Trump played a key role in weaponizing human tendencies to distrust people who look or act differently."

Magical Thinking Kills