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One of the core themes of the discussion revolves around how in-person encounters often humanize individuals who are otherwise perceived negatively or positively through political lenses. When people meet someone they dislike but see them act friendly and genuine, it creates cognitive dissonance. They start questioning their biases, recognizing the complex human emotionality beneath the public facade.
"When you see him talking, it's terrifying when you realize he's a kind of a good dad."
They emphasize how personal interactions strip away the platform’s veneer, revealing qualities like humor, warmth, and intelligence that are often hidden behind political rhetoric.