An open and shut case: how the backfire effect closes minds

When evidence contradicts our deeply-held beliefs, we tend not to change our viewpoint but to become more entrenched
By Gerry ChidiacColumnistPRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – LIVING – It’s interesting how open minded people are to the opinions of others. News programs regularly present debates that end with people coming around to opposing perspectives or at least agreeing to respectfully disagree.
Of course, I’m only kidding.
In fact, we see conservative news programs where hosts