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[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Information control. Most people believe socialism is just taxes.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

It's less misinformation and more willing disbelief. People accept narratives that go along with what they believe supports that which benefits them. I highly recommend reading Masses, Elites, and Rebels: The Theory of "Brainwashing". People aren't stupid, they seek approval for their actions and support, which explains the anger expressed at factual debunking of their worldview.