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Why We Avoid People Who Are Wrong | Fort Wayne News
New research reveals why political debates get so heated: it’s not just about differing opinions, but when we’re convinced someone’s beliefs are based on bad info. Four studies with over 2,000 adults found that people react with intense frustration and avoidance when they see others as factually wrong — far more than when they simply hold different views. This perception of error threatens our shared reality and can have real-world consequences, making disagreements feel personal and unavoidable. The takeaway? Fact-based debates may backfire by turning value clashes into battles over who’s…
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