Baseless Conspiracy Theories Fuel Alarming Calls for Violence
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DePape attacked Paul Pelosi based on conspiracy theories about "groomer schools" and a queer studies professor turning schools into "pedophile molestation factories"
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These conspiracy theories are increasingly creeping into mainstream Republican rhetoric and beliefs
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Nearly half of Trump supporters who believe the election was stolen think violence may be necessary
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DePape descended into these theories during the pandemic, showing how quickly conspiracy beliefs can radicalize people
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Though the pedophile panic echoes past eras like the satanic panic, we don't have to repeat history; these views aren't American values up for debate