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“But on the extremist side I didn't get any rejections at all. Everyone agreed to talk to me.”

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Jon Ronson is a British journalist and writer known for his in-depth exploration of marginal cultures and psychology. His work often focuses on social phenomena, personal stories, and human behavior, delving into the complexities and universality behind them. more

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