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I have no problem with conspiracy theories, or people talking about them. What I do have a problem with is the general category of misinformation/conspiracy the
by jswny 7y ago
I have no problem with conspiracy theories, or people talking about them. What I do have a problem with is the general category of misinformation/conspiracy theories which hurt or endanger others. For instance, for every person who doesn't get a vaccination because they believe some of the anti-vaccination conspiracy theories, there is an immune-compromised individual who is being put into harm's way because of misinformation because they medically cannot receive the vaccine.
In the case of the coronavirus, we are dealing with a very dangerous global pandemic, and I personally think that this falls into the category of "misinformation can be very dangerous."
- s9w 7y agoPeople are entitled to form their own opinions, even and in particular on vaccinations. They own their body after all.
- jswny 7y agoAs much as I agree with you when it comes to pretty much anything else, I have to draw a line when it comes to conspiracy theories which are undeniably false such as anti-vaccination ones, which harm others who cannot medically get vaccinations.
- s9w 7y agoI see your point and can understand your position. Just as a counterpoint I would still add that "undeniably false" is a very high bar that many believe is not reached with some topics, the "gospel" (not meant dismissive) on vaccinations being one of them.