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Unfortunately I fear Conspiracy theories foster societal divisions between in-groups and out-groupsby exacerbating intolerance against “the other” and delegitimising different voices as being part of theconspiracy.

Extremist groups use conspiracy theories as a tool for recruitment and to advance their radicalagendas exploiting uncertainties, fears, socioeconomic issues and mental health disorders amongst vulnerablepeople

I think some do this intentionally to keep us fighting between ourselves rather than focusing on the big issues.

A bit like this