The Secret of Charisma

<p>Charismatic leaders can inspire devotion and give people a powerful sense of meaning. They can also make us vulnerable. This week, we explore how figures across history have gained followers by offering clarity in moments of uncertainty — and why that clarity can come at a cost. Historian <a href="https://history.unc.edu/person/molly-worthen/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Molly Worthen</a> explains how to recognize the spell of charisma, and why questioning it is essential to a healthy society. Then, on Your Questions Answered, <a href="https://www.uwindsor.ca/people/apl/314/bio-contact" rel="noopener noreferrer">Antonio …