Psychology
Extreme Views Are More Attractive Than Moderate Ones
New research shows that people are drawn to others with more extreme versions of their own political views
Amit Goldenberg is an assistant professor at Harvard Business School, an affiliate at Harvard University's department of psychology and a member of its Digital, Data, and Design Institute. He studies the intersection of emotions, collectives and technology.
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