The Influence of Charismatic Leaders on the Creation of Extremist Values and Beliefs

The Influence of Charismatic Leaders on the Creation of Extremist Values and Beliefs

This essay addresses the idea that charismatic leaders play a significant role in shaping extremist values and beliefs by leveraging their personal magnetism, authoritarianism, manipulation, and cult of personality to indoctrinate, radicalize, and mobilize their followers towards destructive, divisive, or violent ends.