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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2025 · 7 MIN

Capitulation Is Contagious

from The Atlantic Out Loud

When fear spreads in a society, powerful people who know better are often the first to show their weakness. By Adrienne LaFrance From the March 2025 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When fear spreads in a society, powerful people who know better are often the first to show their weakness. By Adrienne LaFrance From the March 2025 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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