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[-] Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world 8 points 2 weeks ago

I see it as an opportunity to convert them.

[-] MisterOwl@lemmy.world 19 points 2 weeks ago

If they're still maga at this point they are beyond redemption. Fuck them.

[-] owenfromcanada@lemmy.ca 8 points 2 weeks ago

Wanting to convert them is a noble pursuit, but you need to understand what you're up against. MAGA is a cult, and you need to treat it as one.

Here is one article giving some pointers about how to reach someone in a cult.

One of the big things you have to keep in mind is that rational arguments won't work--their beliefs are inherently irrational, and they have ways of deflecting anything that contradicts them (e.g., "fake news").

Because of this, discussions over social media are incredibly ineffective. Reaching someone in a cult involves building a foundation of trust, which needs to be done one-on-one or in a small group setting, and needs to have something other than the context of your differences.

I see remaining federated as more likely to cause additional friction and division. I urge you to continue reaching out to any MAGA you can connect with on a personal level, but don't try to convince someone online with a rational argument. There are better ways to spend your time and energy.

[-] stardust@lemmy.ca 6 points 2 weeks ago

Haha. That's the mistake the left keeps making. They think a cult can be reasoned with and keep giving them a platform to talk to them and spread their gospel. Thinking logic can beat faith bases hatred attributed to a higher power. That's why they keep expanding.

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