They end up closing their eyes and ears to any thought that runs contrary to what they think they believe.
While believing that what they do is for the greater good.
So they burn and loot and steal from their friends and neighbors, from the places they need to shop and do business with. and then wonder why other shop owners sell and move away.
Not only this - they destroy the places where their retirement funds are invested - and still think they are going to retire comfortably.
"Do as I say, not as I do". a wonderful start to any revolution.
Incredible, isn't it?