When people allowed the example of others to validate how to think, feel, and act, Cialdini (2008) called this the principle of persuasion.

the old way of life was represented by superstition, an angry god, and absolute submission to authority. the thinkers of the age of reason ushered in a new way of thinking. this new way championed the accomplishments of humankind. individuals did not have to accept despair. science and reason could bring happiness and progress. kings did not rule by divine right. they had an obligation to their subjects. europeans pondered the implications for nearly a century. americans put them into practice first.

answer; exaggerate what you believe is the deception and state it, hoping that the other will jump in to "correct" the statement;

answer; media advocacy;