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I'm assuming you've heard of the BITE model (behavior, information, thought, and emotional control) for evaluating whether a group is a cult? I was just watching a video this morning of ex-Mormons examining this Mormon mom group on Facebook and it fit many of the BITE model criteria

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Jul 22, 2022Liked by Christine Greenwald

And here is the oerfect example to demonstrate the Trump cult: Days before the 2020 election Steve Bannon broadcast to a listening audience exactly how Trump planned to cheat—cut off counting before mail-in ballots came in, declare victory early whether winning or not, claim fraud immediately upon not winning regardless of facts. Republican Christians always considered themselves the party of morality. So why did that broadcast not ring alarm bells in the heads of every moral Christian Republican and cause them to realize they were supporting a liar and criminal in the presidency? Answer: Because they were blinded by complete unquestioning loyalty to the cult. Their consciences were and are seared to their own support of gross immorality because they believe the cult is chartered by god for a higher purpose. Never mind that they know god does not condone lying, cheating, or criminal conspiracy to steal elections. They flat out don’t see it because of cult blindness.

Wow! That comment is so good i think I’ll make it a blod article and link to your article Christine. See, you inspired me again!! LOL

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