I always LEARN something and I'm always left with something to really ponder about after I read your newsletters, Jack.
**I've had to drop any and all of the conspiracy theorists that I know because I never know where their thoughts are originating from, as they seem to change with their moods, and I worry that sooner than later I, too, will become one of their targets. They are constantly shrouded in fear.
That's not how I am. It doesn't work.
But SO many People ARE really getting played these days. Sad.
And then there are the statements that allegedly proclaim the TRUTH, but are, in fact, hoaxes so people don't know what to believe or who, for that matter. It's like decades' long episode of The Traitors.
The minute I hear “witch hunt,” “hoax,” “weaponisation” or “deep state” my very first instinct is to dig deeper to learn even more about what they are attempting to discredit. The energy they are using in attempting to discredit indicates to me that there really is something there there!
Fantastic article on semantics and how language is used, Jack. I particularly appreciate the specific frame of reference for each term. But honestly, honey, at least in my corner of the universe, “conspiracy theory” is not 3 syllables. Try maybe 6? Sorry, such a well-considered piece, but that irritated me right from the start
accuse your accuser of doing what you are doing principle
While the "accusation in a mirror" tactic is commonly misattributed to figures like Joseph Goebbels or Karl Marx, the phrase is more accurately described as a general, historical technique of psychological and political warfare.
Fascinating piece, Jack. I don’t think I’ve ever stopped asking questions when any of those words were used. They always sounded designed to make you do just that and I do have a stubborn streak.
When Trump or any of his minions starts with “Witch Hunt” “Hoax” or “Weaponization” I know they’re hiding something they don’t want us to see. They’re afraid of something being seen.. so let’s look for it.
“Deep State” is the one that really gets under my skin because I had some former friends try to use it on me during the Obama era. I admit, I almost bought into it… ALMOST! Those people still support Trump and are no longer in my life.
Thank you for this, Jack. Will restack as usual and share with friends.
You take things that many of us instinctively and/or intuitively understand and give us the how and why of the underlying structure in addition to ways to spot it right away. Invaluable information. I love being able to add new tools to my arsenal. It’s always good to have solid analysis to point to with specifics to back up the position.
They knew they'd outlast the questioners....
they knew the memory would fade.
I always LEARN something and I'm always left with something to really ponder about after I read your newsletters, Jack.
**I've had to drop any and all of the conspiracy theorists that I know because I never know where their thoughts are originating from, as they seem to change with their moods, and I worry that sooner than later I, too, will become one of their targets. They are constantly shrouded in fear.
That's not how I am. It doesn't work.
But SO many People ARE really getting played these days. Sad.
Only the strongest will survive.
I come here EVERY SINGLE DAY for more strength.
#HoldFast
And then there are the statements that allegedly proclaim the TRUTH, but are, in fact, hoaxes so people don't know what to believe or who, for that matter. It's like decades' long episode of The Traitors.
Truth...Roberta.
-Jack
The minute I hear “witch hunt,” “hoax,” “weaponisation” or “deep state” my very first instinct is to dig deeper to learn even more about what they are attempting to discredit. The energy they are using in attempting to discredit indicates to me that there really is something there there!
"citizen with a library card and a stubborn streak".....love it!
Fantastic article on semantics and how language is used, Jack. I particularly appreciate the specific frame of reference for each term. But honestly, honey, at least in my corner of the universe, “conspiracy theory” is not 3 syllables. Try maybe 6? Sorry, such a well-considered piece, but that irritated me right from the start
And what happened to Philip Bump. Pretty brilliant and definitely humorous. I looked forward to reading him.
Where did I drop THAT ball?
Thank you.
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accuse your accuser of doing what you are doing principle
While the "accusation in a mirror" tactic is commonly misattributed to figures like Joseph Goebbels or Karl Marx, the phrase is more accurately described as a general, historical technique of psychological and political warfare.
It is the Trump mob's stock in trade.
Fascinating piece, Jack. I don’t think I’ve ever stopped asking questions when any of those words were used. They always sounded designed to make you do just that and I do have a stubborn streak.
When Trump or any of his minions starts with “Witch Hunt” “Hoax” or “Weaponization” I know they’re hiding something they don’t want us to see. They’re afraid of something being seen.. so let’s look for it.
“Deep State” is the one that really gets under my skin because I had some former friends try to use it on me during the Obama era. I admit, I almost bought into it… ALMOST! Those people still support Trump and are no longer in my life.
Thank you for this, Jack. Will restack as usual and share with friends.
#Holdfast
~Susan
Jack, I love this!
You take things that many of us instinctively and/or intuitively understand and give us the how and why of the underlying structure in addition to ways to spot it right away. Invaluable information. I love being able to add new tools to my arsenal. It’s always good to have solid analysis to point to with specifics to back up the position.
Thank you for this and your work. 👍
Thanks for the info and clear explanations of all the different ways to deny something.