I'm glad you posted this @ura-soul This was an illuminating video to watch. The real question is, how many people are aware? Videos like this will reach those with a naturally curious and independent mind.

I saw an example of this when I was in Germany. A student expressed what he didn't realize would be an unpopular opinion. The backlash was instantaneous. Along with that, the "proper" opinion was offered. What shocked me was how quickly the guy changed his statement to match the group.

Of course I spoke up...

I asked him why he didn't stick to his guns. Why cave so easily? He said he'd remembered that this was the way he always thought and the class just reminded him.

I'm not surprised the internet and technology are doing exactly what they were intended to do. From smart speakers (listeners) to the groupthink of social media, the hivemind is already here.

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