“It’s probably not true, but you know, it COULD be true”.
That’s exactly how they get you. Then the next time you see a story like this, all you think is “yeah, haven’t I heard something like this before” and confirm the new BS you’re being fed.
This isn’t true. This is someone manipulating you. Like, the manipulation you’re afraid of? It’s right here.
SpaceCowboy@lemmy.ca 4 months ago
But how do I know you aren’t manipulating me with what you’re saying?
fishos@lemmy.world 4 months ago
You should doubt everything you hear. Pull it apart and see if the pieces themselves make any sense. Examine the logic and look for flaws in it that make the conclusion invalid. Ask questions.
You SHOULD doubt me, absolutely. Hold everything up to the light. A very important question to ask is “why am I being told this? Who’s interests is served by telling me this?” Examine every piece.
SpaceCowboy@lemmy.ca 4 months ago
Ok so I’m doubting your post that’s questioning someone considering the possibility of posts on Twitter coming questionable sources.
fishos@lemmy.world 4 months ago
Doubting it just to be contratian or doubting it because you can point out a flaw in something I said?
There’s a difference. If you’re just gonna troll, then you’re the exact cause of the loss of discourse. It’s up to you.