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    they? This was the story for fans of the legend Marilyn Monroe and her death. The most widely accepted theory of her death is that Monroe was murdered by a lover. This lover happened to be John F Kennedy’s brother Robert Kennedy. Robert could not do this alone though, he needed help, that’s where Doctor Greenson comes in. Greenson was Monroe’s doctor, therapist, and lover (Sheridan). The theory of Greenson and Kennedy has several proven facts that can make one skeptical, which is why Marilyn Monroe

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    9/11 were nothing but explosives that were disguised by holograms? There are many conspiracy theories about the attacks of 9/11. They range from who attacked all the way to how the towers collapsed. Many people believe different things that happened on 9/11. There are the events that the mass media believes and there are conspiracy theories. There were many conspiracy theories that surrounded 9/11. One conspiracy theory is called psychos. “Scientologists have claimed that 'Thetan psychologists', with

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    Alien Conspiracy Theory is a theory that blames outsiders and outside influences for the prevalence of organized crime in U.S. Society. It as well is one of the strongest held theories of organized crime still today. There are different theories as well as strongly held. The reason I chose to stick with Alien Conspiracy Theory is because of it’s on and off debates and I find it very interesting. As you may know, The Mafia and La Costa Nostra are the major foundations of organized crimes in the United

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    Conspiracy Theories have always played a deceptive role in history. Conspiracy theorists have skewed proper historical inquiry in order to back up their political agenda. One famous conspiracy theorist, David Irving, known for his holocaust denial conspiracy theorist is no stranger to this phenomenon. Irving’s famous works such as, The Destruction of Dresden and the infamous case that surrounded it show how Irving’s thinking in terms of using facts and material from the past are used in order to

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    Contrary to official explanations of key events are conspiracy theories, alternate explanations that point out coordination and intent by figures and/or powers outside of the accepted knowledge. People love a narrative that comes with a conspiracy theory, which is why such theories vanish. One theory that never vanished was that of the death of Tupac Amaru Shakur. Conspiracy theories give people an out to believe something else must have occurred instead of what has been told through the mainstream

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    Conspiracy theories have been around for a long time. A conspiracy theory is the belief that an unexplained event was a result of an organization or sometimes the government. There are many conspiracy theories circulating the web. One of the most popular theories is the assassination of JFK. Kennedy was shot while in the back of a convertible that was driving around Dallas, Texas. The shooter was Lee Harvey Oswald. He reportedly fired three shots from the sixth-floor window as their vehicle

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    Conspiracy theories regarding the Las Vegas scandal have raised attention of many in hopes of uncovering the motive behind the attack. Without reason, Stephen Paddock fired into a crowd of 22,000 country music fans, killing 58 and injuring over 500. As the investigation moves forward, lots of theories behind the deadliest mass murder in US history have surfaced and raised lots of questions. Some are more practical and more likely than others, but all weigh heavily on the tragedy. Police investigations

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    Amongst Lies and Deception What causes belief in conspiracy theories? Is it low self-esteem, feelings of powerlessness, and outright paranoia? Or could there be real evidence and substance to validate the claims of conspiracy theorists? Perhaps just old, everyday distrust in the governing powers of the land? However, there is one central idea that could be the foundation for all the different views on the relevant events that inspire such widespread intrigue. This single, overarching idea

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    political conspiracy theory according to a recent poll conducted by Fairleigh Dickinson University” (“Theories Prosper”). There are many different conspiracy theories in the world today including, included in the top ten lists of conspiracy theories is the Sandy Hook elementary shooting, the Boston Marathon bombings, as well as the September 11th terrorist attacks. Ever wonder how a conspiracy theory comes alive and what is all needed to justify the meaning of a conspiracy theory? A conspiracy theory

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    Due to the increasing belief and popularity in topic of conspiracy theories by the mass public, it is important to be aware of the reasoning for this occurrence. Many of the studies that revolve around conspiracy theories themselves suggest the possible reasoning for believing in one. Examples of some reasons being: a psychological disorder, the satisfaction of basic human requirements (sense of belonging and comfort), and perhaps even the mistrust towards the government by its people. Most controversies

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