… our inherent assumption is that you convince people with rational arguments. But all the data shows that most people are not influenced by rational arguments. They're influenced by social pressure. … That's just the human condition, and we just have to acknowledge it and accept it.


SGU Podcast #254, May 26th, 2010

Steven Novella Quotes

… our inherent assumption is that you convince people with rational arguments. But all the data shows that most people are not influenced by...

… our inherent assumption is that you convince people with rational arguments. But all the data shows that most people are not influenced by...

… our inherent assumption is that you convince people with rational arguments. But all the data shows that most people are not influenced by...

… our inherent assumption is that you convince people with rational arguments. But all the data shows that most people are not influenced by...