This chapter warns of the dangers of anticipatory obedience, examining how ordinary people can quickly adapt to and comply with new, potentially harmful societal norms. Snyder illustrates this point using historical examples from Nazi Austria and the Milgram experiment.Reflection Questions:Can you see examples of anticipatory obedience in our society today?Are there ways that you are already adjusting in anticipation of recent sociopolitical changes (actions, thoughts, emotions)? What would not obeying in advance look like?

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