Chioose a leader. How would they characterize the followers? What reasons do followers give for supporting the leader, whom many would consider destructive or evil?

Which of Lipman-Blumens psychological motivations explains their loyalty: Are they looking for a reassuring authority figure, security and certainty, the feeling of being special, or belonging? Are they afraid of crossing the leader, of being ostracized if they leave the group, or being powerless to change the leader? Is it possible to dissuade people from following destructive leaders?

Discuss how today's social media platforms encourage or discourage dysfunctional leadership from the leader and follower perspective. Use padlet link below to complete assignment.