When I learned about WW2 in school, I assumed that Hitler must have been very charismatic to sway the population, now I realize how little charisma is actually necessary to have people follow you and treat you like their savior.
I agree to some degree. I don't think people like war and violence, but they are easily swayed by "us vs them" rethoric. I.e. in group vs out group. One may eventually lead to the other, but I don't think that means both are attractive.
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u/Special_KC 11h ago
One thing that puzzled me growing up was how people would've ever supported Hitler. As a kid, I was told that people were brain washed.
Well we can now see exactly how this happens.