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Conspiratorial Thinking Test
- Joseph Uscinski's conspiracy thinking test assesses agreement with statements about secret plots and hidden control.
- High scores indicate a greater propensity for conspiratorial thinking, not necessarily belief in specific theories.
Internet's Role in Conspiracy Communities
- The internet enables like-minded individuals, including those prone to conspiratorial thinking, to connect.
- This facilitates the formation of echo chambers where specific narratives gain traction and influence behavior.
QAnon's Core Narrative
- QAnon alleges a "deep state" of satan-worshipping pedophiles controlling governments and media.
- Donald Trump is portrayed as fighting this "deep state", which QAnon believers claim includes Hillary Clinton.