Conspiracy Theories Running Amok

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This article touches on the Q phenomenon that has been involved in our political sphere since 2016. This conspiracy theory states that many high ups in politics as well as the media are pedophiles that are attacking children for a substance that supposedly keeps them looking young. This article is a good example of how the ever growing influence of mass media can have major implications on our political sphere. 

Source:

Kim, Elise. “OPINION: Conspiracies and Misinformation Threaten Our Concept of Truth.” The Red and Black, 27 Jan. 2021, www.redandblack.com/opinion/opinion-conspiracies-and-misinformation-threaten-our-concept-of-truth/article_c3643e48-6040-11eb-b883-bb0af7807991.html.


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