Conspiracy Theories

The very loaded term "conspiracy theory" didn't always carry such a negative stigma. When interpreted subjectively, this is a concept that would be considered normal and even expected of any person with healthy skepticism . We all question things from an early age and we're taught to think critically in school. Sadly, this is no longer encouraged in our society of fear.

In his book Conspiracy Theory in America, Prof. Lance deHaven-Smith learned through a FOIA disclosure that the CIA was responsible for the widespread use of "conspiracy theory" as a form of political abuse. [1]
This was intended to be a way of influencing public opinion and silencing or discrediting those who dared to question the official bullshit story.

It takes a brave individual to stand firmly in their position when being accused of supporting a conspiracy theory. There are serious consequences indeed. Those who continue to voice their unpopular opinion can find themselves diagnosed by a psychiatrist with Paranoid Personality Disorder (a DSM mental condition). Most likely people will begin to see this person as "out there", "crazy" or "high on something." For those who have reputations to protect, there is no choice but to distance themselves from this "troubled" conspiracy theorist.

Clearly the CIA's plan has been implemented astonishingly well! That's definitely NOT a good thing. If you have ever called someone a conspiracy theorist, please think about what you're *really * doing, and make an effort to abandon this hijacked label for good.

[1] http://www.alternet.org/civil-liberties/how-cia-invented-and-promoted-conspiracy-theories-discredit-controversial-views