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Consequences of Groupthink
Groupthink can lead to negative outcomes by suppressing diverse opinions in favor of consensus. This process can result in groups making faulty or more extreme decisions than individual members would make on their own.
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A city council is debating the construction of a controversial new stadium. The council's influential leader strongly advocates for the project, emphasizing the need for unity and progress. During a key meeting, a few members who privately have concerns about the project's high cost and environmental impact choose not to voice their objections, fearing they will be seen as disloyal or disruptive to the group's harmony. The vote to approve the project passes unanimously, with members later expres