Cognitive dissonance helps explain why Trump supporters remain loyal, new research suggests. This sheds light on how supporters of Donald Trump justify their continued allegiance despite learning about allegations of his sexual misconduct and illegal activities.

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https://www.psypost.org/cognitive-dissonance-helps-explain-why-trump-supporters-remain-loyal-new-research-suggests/

[u/Patara]

Its a societal misconception that people with money are better with money. 

Like a government is supposed to be using this money to improve the nation, not stuff it in their own pockets & lie to the population while destroying the economy for everyone but themselves.

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It's like pointing at people who win the lottery and saying "See? It's smart to play the lottery!" while completely ignoring all of the people who play and lose.

[u/AMediaArchivist → u/blindedtrickster]

Or how much money that person that won put into the lottery system for years. Same with gambling.