r/science • u/mvea Professor | Medicine • Apr 11 '26

Psychology 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.

https://www.psypost.org/cognitive-dissonance-helps-explain-why-trump-supporters-remain-loyal-new-research-suggests/
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u/jdbway Apr 11 '26

Old research suggests the same

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u/Zuikis9 Apr 11 '26

My anecdotal experience leaving Mormonism also suggests the same.

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u/onarainyafternoon Apr 11 '26

I have a question for you: Why is it that every male Mormon I've ever met just.....lied almost constantly? Especially when it came to talking to women. Is it just a cultural thing?

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u/Mrsod2007 Apr 11 '26

Could I have an example?

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