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#144 When Conspiracy Theories become sinful… - Joe Heschmeyer

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Trust Eroded: History and Conspiracy

This chapter examines the historic decline of trust in elite institutions, tracing its roots from events like FDR’s concealed health issues to the modern surge of conspiracy theories. It emphasizes the dangers posed by misinformation and the moral implications of spreading falsehoods, as illustrated by case studies such as the Pizzagate scandal.

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