In fact, this is the idea she presents:
We are motivated to comprehend our world, to feel in control and to be part of a community and these things often lead us to believe things that are demonstrably false.
Holding a conspiracy theory gives people a renewed sense of energy. Instead of feeling out of control, they have an explanation.
Fueled by anger, they become defiant—but they have a direction. They feel they have agency. They can get behind a banner. They feel back in control.
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