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Using Conspiracy Theories to Make Sense of a Loss

On the Media

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Unraveling BlueAnon: Conspiracies across the Spectrum

This chapter examines the phenomenon of 'BlueAnon,' linking it to conspiratorial thinking within the Democratic Party and its parallels to right-wing conspiracy theories. The discussion analyzes the role of social media in amplifying these narratives, with a particular focus on the aftermath of the Arizona election and the evolving claims surrounding voter fraud. It highlights the implications of such beliefs for political discourse and electoral integrity, as well as the broader context of conspiratorial thinking in contemporary politics.

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