Ingratiation in "Desperate Housewives"

In this episode, Katherine and Lynette campaign against each other for the position of President of the Home Owner's Association. During the clip, you notice both Katherine and Lynette agreeing with the views of their neighbors in an attempt to gain their votes. They change their views to comply with those of their neighbors even though they may not necessarily agree with their new, temporary perspectives. Each woman presents herself as an advocate for anything the neighbors may be concerned about. This tactic usually works because people rarely disagree with those who qualify their opinions.



Zarina Sharifi
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