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The Conspiracy Theory of Distraction in Republican Politics: Origins and History

Sep 29, 20248 minTranscript available on Metacast
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Episode description

The notion that certain political figures, particularly in the realm of Republican candidates, are strategically placed to make outlandish remarks and distract the public from more viable contenders is an intriguing conspiracy theory. This theory posits that the presence of such “decoy” candidates allows other, often less visible, candidates to gain traction without the scrutiny that typically accompanies front-runners.