get my mind wrapped around some conspiracy theories, wanted to see if there was anything to it (911). Can't seem to get past my sense of reality. So, how do you do it?
2007-03-13 10:29:00 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Don't do it! Don't try to relate to the Tinfoil Hat Society!!!!
2007-03-13 10:32:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have entered into civil discussions with different conspiracy theorists over the last few months. Like you, I couldn't seem to get my mind wrapped around the whole 9/11 conspiracy. Not because there wasn't alot of interesting data to somewhat support the claims, but because I couldn't believe that if this data was so well documented and accurate, that no legal action has been taken with respect to those accused of wrong doing. Thats where it all falls apart for me.
The other thing I've decided is that they are a little too overzealous for me...very much the 'with us or against us' mentality. That didn't sit well when Bush said it, and it doesn't sit well when they say it. There is no tolerance, its seems, with these folks. And I think if they spent their considerable time and energies on more productive tasks, we might get the country back on track.
Just my thoughts...not meant to offend anyone...
2007-03-13 17:41:05 · answer #2 · answered by Super Ruper 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
using a stereotype but usually an accurate one
they aren't educated. they have no sense of what is credible evidence or a theoretical possibility
More to the point, they're not upset about the event, they're pissed at something else (like Bush)
Conspiracy theories are sexy and enticing but I applaud you for using your head and seeing the theories for what they really are. A load of crap
EDIT
Nepatarias-I never said I did trust government. I agree with your point, but distrusting the government does not equate to believeing in conspiracy theories.
Try finding a conspiracy theorist who actually can provide a plasuible argument using scholarly or scientific material.
Good luck.
2007-03-13 17:32:37 · answer #3 · answered by Go Blue 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is very difficult. No one wanted to believe a President and administration, miltary brass would lie about being attacked in order to take us to war. Who would ever believe a nice guy like LBJ would be involved in such a thing. We'll never know but we know there were lies-and 50,000 US soldiers killed.
In August of 1964, United States President Lyndon B. Johnson claimed that North Vietnamese forces had twice attacked American destroyers in the Gulf of Tonkin. Although there was a first attack (in response to U.S. equipped and orchestrated South Vietnam's commando raids on the coast [1]), claims of a second attack were later proven to be unfounded. Known today as the Gulf of Tonkin Incident, this led to the open involvement of the United States in the Vietnam War, with the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution
2007-03-13 17:37:07 · answer #4 · answered by Middleclassandnotquiet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reality doesn't matter when you're a conspiracy theorist. They're usually people with way too much time on their hands.
2007-03-13 17:32:54 · answer #5 · answered by Abu 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's easy. One story fits the picture perfectly and the other does not. In hundreds of cases this is the case. How many Tyrannosaurus Rex tracks would you follow?
2007-03-13 17:34:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say listen,if you ever decide to join the conspiracy theorists, I can get you some tin foil fezzes cheap. And don't forget to tell your friends.
2007-03-13 17:34:09 · answer #7 · answered by Tin Foil Fez 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The older you get, more facts you learn are actual facts, and use your brain to actually think with, the easier it is to believe in some conspiracy theories.
Another answerer wrote: "they aren't educated. they have no sense of what is credible evidence or a theoretical possibility"
I beg to differ. I have found that the MORE educated people become, the less they tend to believe in political hype and propaganda, and the more they research issues to find ALL sides of the story.
The more you learn about the government, the less trusting you become of said government and politicians.
2007-03-13 17:37:37 · answer #8 · answered by Nepetarias 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋
You can get over your sense of reality by altering your sense of reality.
I'd suggest intense mediation and sleep deprivation, but there are other ways.
2007-03-13 17:33:43 · answer #9 · answered by kittenbrower 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You answered your own question. You must first dismiss reality.
2007-03-13 17:34:04 · answer #10 · answered by ML 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋