Throughout history, certain leaders have been able to use their confidence, influence and persuasiveness to convince the masses to cast aside their beliefs and support a common agenda.
To further contextualize the world of Messiah for Atlantic readers, we set out to uncover what it would take for someone to become a charismatic leader in today's age— considering social media, the speed of communication, and shifting power dynamics .
The custom piece came to life through dynamic, colorful illustrations and interviews with experts, psychologists, and sociologists to uncover how a Messiah-like figure could rise to power.
