I decided to go back through my
social media feeds for mentions of recently released Taliban prisoner Army Sgt. Bowe
Bergdahl. My N=1 findings match those of this Vox piece regarding the about-face
done by many of Bergdahl’s fiercest advocates.
It may be an excellent example of cognitive dissonance and balance
seeking at work. This is something we all can catch ourselves in. Or, as I call it, the Brett Favre problem.
Yes, this guy teaches us about politics.
The “Brett Favre” problem:
Yes, this guy teaches us about politics.
The “Brett Favre” problem:
- Packers fans love Favre.
- Favre joins the hated Vikings.
- Packers fans need balance.