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Rich Persoff Dr. Meyer's book shows how everyday people who feel themselves threatened learn to conform to a gradually more encroaching authoritarianism, how diffi…moreDr. Meyer's book shows how everyday people who feel themselves threatened learn to conform to a gradually more encroaching authoritarianism, how difficult it is to recognize where one's accustomed life is being redirected, and how extremely difficult it is for anyone to effectively resist.
With great concern I see many in the United States embracing this path without objection, even with delight, especially name-callers in conservative comment channels who have lost all sense of respect, or even decent tolerance, for any person with views other than their own.
This 60 year old book illuminates what is happening in our country today, without blaming or finger-pointing! Strongly recommended!!(less)

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