Major study points to evolved psychology behind support for strongmen
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A new cross-cultural study finds that people across 25 countries are more likely to support dominant, authoritarian leaders when facing intergroup conflict. The results suggest that humans may have evolved psychological instincts that favor forceful leadership during times of threat.
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Original Title: People around the world are more likely to favor dominant, authoritarian leaders during times of intergroup conflict. Drawing on data from 25 countries, the findings support that humans may have a psychological system that evolved to prioritize strong leadership when faced with external threats.