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Connections: What has caused the rise of conspiracy theories in the United States?

Conspiracy theories -- or, more precisely, "conspiracism" -- have become a bigger part of American political life in the last few years.

How do they get traction, and how do proponents of fact-based politics counter that trend and get us back to a more normal time?

Our guest:

  • Scott Tyson, assistant professor of political science at the University of Rochester

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You'll hear Scott in various capacities on WXXI either as a reporter, or hosting Morning Edition or All Things Considered.
Megan Mack is the executive producer of "Connections with Evan Dawson" and live/televised engagement programming.
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