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Conspiracy Expert: How to Spot a True Conspiracy Theory - Michael Shermer
May 31, 2023
01:03:56
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- Conspiracy theories are believed by regular people from various backgrounds, debunking the stereotype that conspiracy theorists are isolated individuals living in their parents' basements.
- Believing in conspiracy theories can be seen as rational due to the existence of real conspiracies throughout history, leading people to be cautious and skeptical of those with power and influence.
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Conspiracy Theories Are Not Limited to the Fringe
Conspiracy theories are not limited to a fringe group of people. Surveys and research have shown that regular people from various backgrounds believe in conspiracy theories. This includes individuals with careers, families, and normal lives. QAnon, for example, attracted followers who were not basement-dwelling individuals, but rather everyday citizens. The notion that conspiracy theorists are isolated individuals living in their parents' basements is a misnomer.
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