CRT 275 — Crit Think: Consp Theories
This course examines belief in conspiracy theories from epistemological, ethical, and psychological perspectives. Central issues include: Given that conspiracies have occurred in history, is it ever reasonable to believe in a conspiracy theory? What exactly counts as a conspiracy theory? What are the primary psychological, social, and ideological sources of belief in conspiracy theories? What moral and political dangers may be associated with unreasonable belief in (some types of) conspiracy theories? Given such dangers, is it ever justifiable to suppress discussion of such theories?