This is why sociopaths too often succeed

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This is why sociopaths too often succeed

Political scientist & author Brian Klaas says 'strongmen' leaders like Vladimir Putin activate a template in the human brain, causing many to gravitate toward them. Klaas also tells Reality Check's John Avlon about his research into sociopaths - how they are naturally drawn to power and all too often, succeed in getting it.

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