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Why Dissent is a Part of Democracy

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Conspiracy Theories, Social Media, and Radicalization

This chapter discusses the connection between historical conspiracy theories and violence, drawing parallels between the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the modern-day 'replacement theory' conspiracy. It highlights the role of social media platforms like Twitter in spreading such theories and radicalizing individuals.

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