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Hochschild’s concept of a “deep story” can be helpful here. Veracity isn’t as important as whether something “feels true” — if it aligns with values, hopes, fears, etc. Deep stories persist across time, connecting events. Corrections of single claims are unlikely to change belief in the story.
Commentary: Many voters are willing to accept misinformation from political leaders – even when they know it’s factually inaccurate. Yet they still respond positively, if they believe these inaccurate statements evoke a deeper, more important “truth.”
Voters’ ‘moral flexibility’ helps them defend politicians’ misinformation • Ohio Capital Journal
Many voters are willing to accept misinformation from political leaders – even when they know it’s factually inaccurate. Yet they still respond positively, if they believe these inaccurate statements ...
ohiocapitaljournal.com
September 16, 2024 at 2:32 PM
Hochschild’s concept of a “deep story” can be helpful here. Veracity isn’t as important as whether something “feels true” — if it aligns with values, hopes, fears, etc. Deep stories persist across time, connecting events. Corrections of single claims are unlikely to change belief in the story.