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The Political Scene | The New Yorker cover image

Does Impeachment Mean Anything Anymore?

The Political Scene | The New Yorker

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Conspiracy Theories are Self-Sealing

Conspiracy theories, like the one surrounding the impeachment investigation collapse and the Smirnoff affair, tend to self-seal when challenged. The collapse of the theory and arrest of the informant can be twisted by extreme conspiracy theorists as further proof of the conspiracy. This self-sealing nature of conspiracies allows for the conjuring of solutions to problems, perpetuating the belief even in the absence of evidence. The comparison to Confederate soldiers still fighting the war in 1866 highlights how some individuals cling to these theories despite contradictions. The evolution from a society striving for fairness and justice to one where verdicts precede sentences reflects a concerning shift towards acceptance of unfounded narratives.

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