mercredi 18 novembre 2015

Reasons For Conspiracy Theory Parodies

By Mattie Knight


Conspiracy theories have been a part of our lives probably since the earliest existence. We all love a good spin off and spreading juicy rumors. Today, the world is full of hypothesis and speculations of what the government and certain cults are planning. They have become part of our culture. While the theorists themselves might be harmless and up to a point humorous, the theories have significant negative effects on the social fabric of societies globally. These theories are deeply embedded in us that they appear in every other book and films. Due to their negative influences, there has been an increased need for more conspiracy theory parodies to help counter their effects.

Researchers have found a positive correlation between conspiracies and various antisocial behaviors seen on people. It has become known that people who are exposed to these speculations exhibit negative behavior towards certain projects and initiatives. A good example is refusal to vote, take vaccination and reduce our carbon footprint in response to government, vaccination and climatic conjecture respectively.

Conjecture is quite subversive. It undermines the any confidence in the set positions and projects set to help improve the living conditions of citizens. With levels of suspicion growing, it becomes hard to initiate and push certain contentious policies even though they might be genuine. This leads to loss of confidence in the institutions of power.

It has been discovered that those who are exposed to, and believe, conspiracy theories tend to feel hopeless, insecure and powerless. They get resigned to the fate and whims of others who may prey on them. These feelings may affect voting patterns, participation in nationalistic activities and confidence. New evidence has revealed that these speculations affect people without their realization.

Conspiracies can result in the conception of crooked governments and administrative institutions. Perhaps the most infamous case in point is the Nazi regime that spread propaganda that the Jews were secretly extending their world influence and eventual rule. This resulted in widespread detestation and disgust in parts of Europe claiming the lives of millions of innocent Jews in the holocaust.

It is the same conspiracy theories that led some western governments spread speculation that terrorist networks and sleeper cells were a real threat to humanity and the modern way of life. This lay the foundations of a fascist rule and tightening of security procedures both locally and globally. In effect, it has given rise to a system that discriminates against race and certain religions.

Widespread suspicion between nations has seen the rise of total global military expenditure. Many nations have beefed up their security and arms cache. This has brought about hostility and distrust resulting in the creation of weapons of mass distraction for profit. Regrettably, these arms have fallen into the arms of terrorists.

Conspiracy theories have caused tension among states. They are at the center of most social and political debates globally. They tend to start needless arguments instead of mature talks. Hence the importance of more parodies in the world.




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