In a recent broadcast, two media personalities explored the idea that emotions often outweigh facts in shaping public opinion. Joel Pollak highlighted a notable quote by Scott Adams: \"Feelings don’t care about your facts. \" This statement underscores a growing trend where people's emotions drive t
AI is getting really good at convincing people. It's not just about facts anymore. It's about speed and volume. Researchers found that AI can throw out a lot of claims in a short time. This makes it hard for people to keep up. The more claims, the more persuasive the AI becomes. But there's a catch.
AI is becoming a powerful tool that can change how people think about politics. This is not just a small issue. It's a big problem because AI can spread false information quickly and to many people. People are worried. They think AI might be used to trick voters. It could make them believe things t
Celebrities often grab our attention. But do they really change our minds about health? A recent study dug into this question. It looked at how celebrities influence our views, especially when we're not super interested in the topic. The study split people into two groups. One group saw health mess
In a world where political views are often set in stone, it's interesting to see how unexpected supporters can shake things up. This is not about dramatic changes, but about how people's opinions on policies can shift when someone from their own group supports something unusual. For instance, if a l
The world of politics is full of mysteries. One big question is how people change their minds about political issues. This is tricky to study because of data limits. But now, AI tools, especially generative large language models, are stepping in to help. These tools can create lots of data and t
Immigration is a hot topic with lots of different opinions. A recent experiment looked into whether listening to others can change their minds. 1, 400 people in the U. S. had video chats with trained canvassers. The canvassers either shared a story about an undocumented immigrant, listened carefully
Have you ever wondered how our likes and dislikes for certain foods come to be? Scientists have found that our beliefs and reactions play a big role in this. In a recent study, researchers looked at how different beliefs about an experiment and how people react to demands can change our food prefere
Former presidential hopeful Nikki Haley recently published an opinion piece supporting Donald Trump, asserting that he is the better choice over current Vice President Kamala Harris. In the Wall Street Journal article released just before Election Day, Haley urges voters to compare policies between
Let's dive into the world of political ads and explore the psychological techniques used to sway voters. Many of us focus on the big picture, like the three "Ms": money, media, and maps. However, what about the micro-scale, the hidden battlefield inside our brains? Winning elections is not just abou
