Paul L on Nostr: There are similarities between conspiracy groups and cults, as amongst the early ...
There are similarities between conspiracy groups and cults, as amongst the early steps of the indoctrination is not to trust mainstream media, friends or family (if they disagree with the thing) and to create an alternative sense of belonging with groups that have "uncovered the grand but secret scheme".
Studies have shown online media algorithms amplify it via the mechanism of "people who watched/liked this also view this content" so over time you are shown more alternative facts.
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