Quote by Bertrand Russell

Collective fear stimulates herd instinct, and tends to produce ferocity toward those who are not regarded as members of the herd.

Collective fear stimulates herd instinct, and tends to produ

Summary

This quote suggests that when people collectively experience fear, it triggers their instinct to conform and act as a group. In such situations, individuals may become more aggressive or hostile towards those who are perceived as outsiders or different from the majority. This can result in a mob mentality, where individuals feel compelled to defend their group and attack or exclude anyone who is not part of it. It highlights how fear can influence individuals to align with the herd and exhibit behaviors that they might not engage in under normal circumstances.

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