David Icke talks conspiracy theories - BBC News
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Conspiracy theories often contain factual information, with politicians' dishonesty being a form of conspiracy, as seen in the case of Tony Blair and George Bush lying about the Iraq invasion. Mainstream media sometimes fails to question certain lies, such as the official 9/11 story, while the appeal of conspiracy theories lies in finding purpose in chaotic events.
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- Conspiracy theories can have a basis in factual information, not just unfounded speculation, challenging the notion that they are entirely fabricated.
- Dishonesty by politicians, as seen in the case of Tony Blair and George Bush regarding the Iraq invasion, can be viewed as a form of conspiracy, shedding light on the complex relationship between truth, power, and public perception.
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Recent questions
What are conspiracy theories based on?
Factual information rather than speculation.
What did the Chilcott inquiry reveal about Tony Blair and George Bush?
They lied to justify the Iraq invasion.
How does mainstream media view conspiracy theories?
Accepts certain lies but hesitates to question others.
Why do some people dismiss conspiracy theories?
Consider them intellectually lazy.
What do some people find comforting about conspiracy theories?
Idea of purpose behind chaotic events.
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