The Power Trip
Submitted by WorkCreatively on Tue, 08/17/2010 - 12:11
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Printer-friendly version| Title | The Power Trip |
| Publication Type | Web Article |
| Pub Year | 2010 |
| Authors | Lehrer, J. |
| Publisher | Wall Street Journal |
| Keywords | power |
| Notes |
power"This [study result] suggests that even fleeting feelings of power can dramatically change the way people respond to information. Instead of analyzing the strength of the argument, those with authority focus on whether or not the argument confirms what they already believe. If it doesn't, then the facts are conveniently ignored." |
| URL | http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704407804575425561952689390.html |