> I have a conspiracy, that our economy is so utterly shit that our govt uses such lynchings as a release valve. Hey, inflation biting you? Go kill someone and

> I have a conspiracy, that our economy is so utterly shit that our govt uses such lynchings as a release valve. Hey, inflation biting you? Go kill someone and set them on fire, let that pent up stress out. You are not completely wrong here, I'd speculate that it also plays on two desires that people have: unite around some common enemy (let's say blasphemers/infidels), and feel having power. Mob lynchings give it to them, although I'm not sure if abundance of such events won't drive them for more. The life won't become less shit, but as long as people feel they "fight a good fight", it doesn't matter much to them. I'm wondering what is the survival strategy in such places. Pray, and keep your eyes open wide for an opportunity, too.