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Friday, March 5, 2010
The Dancing Plague of 1518
"The Dancing Plague (or Dance Epidemic) of 1518 was a case of dancing mania that occurred in Strasbourg, France (then part of the Holy Roman Empire) in July 1518. Numerous people took to dancing for days without rest, and over the period of about one month, most of the people died from heart attack, stroke, or exhaustion."
Wikipedia's best guess is Mass Psychogenic Illness, or mass hysteria brought on by extreme psychological distress. Historian John Waller is the main proponent of this theory, and has written a book on what he thinks was the cause.. Bottom line: Stress collectively freaked people out, and they danced themselves to death. But I'm sure there were those who tried to blame this epidemic on the music and "loose morals" of the time..
Wikipedia's best guess is Mass Psychogenic Illness, or mass hysteria brought on by extreme psychological distress. Historian John Waller is the main proponent of this theory, and has written a book on what he thinks was the cause.. Bottom line: Stress collectively freaked people out, and they danced themselves to death. But I'm sure there were those who tried to blame this epidemic on the music and "loose morals" of the time..
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Ridicule of Conspiracy Theories Focuses On Diffusing Criticism of the Powerful
"Rich people always want the best for everybody." - Carl Carlson, The Simpsons.
Another great article from Washington's Blog defining not only Conspiracy Theory, but the psychology of those defending the Powerful against those theories: (Red is my emphasis)
"But - while people might admit that corporate executives and low-level government officials might have engaged in conspiracies - they may be strongly opposed to considering that the wealthiest or most powerful might possibly have done so.
Indeed, those who most loudly attempt to ridicule and discredit conspiracy theories tend to focus on defending against criticism involving the powerful.
This may be partly due to psychology: it is scary for people to admit that those who are supposed to be their "leaders" protecting them may in fact be human beings with complicated motives who may not always have their best interests in mind."
and
"Pay attention, and you'll notice that criticism of "conspiracy theories" is usually aimed at attempting to protect the state and key government players. The power of the state is seldom used to crush conspiracy theories regarding people who are not powerful . . . at least to the extent that they are not important to the government."
I think that soon, we will reach some kind of critical mass, where, due to the amount of corruption that The Public is now becoming aware of, and due to the lame explanations given by Those In Power, a shift will have to occur where those who don't believe in the Conspiracies of the Powerful will be deemed as "Crazy."
Another great article from Washington's Blog defining not only Conspiracy Theory, but the psychology of those defending the Powerful against those theories: (Red is my emphasis)
"But - while people might admit that corporate executives and low-level government officials might have engaged in conspiracies - they may be strongly opposed to considering that the wealthiest or most powerful might possibly have done so.
Indeed, those who most loudly attempt to ridicule and discredit conspiracy theories tend to focus on defending against criticism involving the powerful.
This may be partly due to psychology: it is scary for people to admit that those who are supposed to be their "leaders" protecting them may in fact be human beings with complicated motives who may not always have their best interests in mind."
and
"Pay attention, and you'll notice that criticism of "conspiracy theories" is usually aimed at attempting to protect the state and key government players. The power of the state is seldom used to crush conspiracy theories regarding people who are not powerful . . . at least to the extent that they are not important to the government."
I think that soon, we will reach some kind of critical mass, where, due to the amount of corruption that The Public is now becoming aware of, and due to the lame explanations given by Those In Power, a shift will have to occur where those who don't believe in the Conspiracies of the Powerful will be deemed as "Crazy."
Best Conspiracy Theory/SyFy Movie Plot Of 2010..
Nuclear explosions will not just destroy what's in the dimension The massive amount of energy released affects much more than our tiny specter of vibrations. We're seeing located huge explosions ripping through the veil of another dimension. Why so many now? Is there a war going on in the other dimension?
Inter-Dimensional Apocalypse, coming this fall, on SyFy.
Inter-Dimensional Apocalypse, coming this fall, on SyFy.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Top Ten Signs You're a Fundamentalist Christian
4 - You believe that the entire population of this planet with the exception of those who share your beliefs -- though excluding those in all rival sects - will spend Eternity in an infinite Hell of Suffering. And yet consider your religion the most "tolerant" and "loving."
and
3 - While modern science, history, geology, biology, and physics have failed to convince you otherwise, some idiot rolling around on the floor speaking in "tongues" may be all the evidence you need to "prove" Christianity.
and
3 - While modern science, history, geology, biology, and physics have failed to convince you otherwise, some idiot rolling around on the floor speaking in "tongues" may be all the evidence you need to "prove" Christianity.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Awesome Hypocrisy Twofer:
Spare the Rod? Former Missouri House Speaker Accused of Beating and Raping Woman . . . Releases on $2,500 Bond.
Stout Family Values: Georgia Voters Replace Politician In Sex Scandal With Another Family Values Candidate Who Allegedly Had Affair With Mother-in-Law.
The first story is fairly amazing for a couple of reasons. The "Family Values" bullshit that Jetton still peddles is one thing, so that's typical Republican politics, but the bond amount ($2,500 dollars)? Kinda low.. Turley writes, "Remarkably, bond was set at only $2,500. Jetton was required to leave office due to time limits but continues to work as as a powerful political consultant in Jefferson City. I entirely agree with the bond itself but the amount seems wildly out of proportion to the gravity of the crime. I do not like the massive bonds often sought in criminal cases, but this is a bond that would be considered small for an auto theft case."
The other aspect is the deafening silence of the statewide media concerning charges against Jetton. Fired Up Missouri has been consistently covering the story, but most Missouri news sources frame the incident as "rough sex," and some national outlets are calling it "rape." TPM covers it down the middle with this creepy ass quote to end their story: " (It is important to note that Jetton has not yet been charged with rape or sexual assault.)
The part about a rape date drug isn't confirmed yet. But the woman in question seems to think that's what happened. And that's what she suggests in the police report. And Jetton has now been charged with felony assault.
When Jetton left the woman's home the next morning he told her: "You should have said 'green balloons'."
Stout Family Values: Georgia Voters Replace Politician In Sex Scandal With Another Family Values Candidate Who Allegedly Had Affair With Mother-in-Law.
The first story is fairly amazing for a couple of reasons. The "Family Values" bullshit that Jetton still peddles is one thing, so that's typical Republican politics, but the bond amount ($2,500 dollars)? Kinda low.. Turley writes, "Remarkably, bond was set at only $2,500. Jetton was required to leave office due to time limits but continues to work as as a powerful political consultant in Jefferson City. I entirely agree with the bond itself but the amount seems wildly out of proportion to the gravity of the crime. I do not like the massive bonds often sought in criminal cases, but this is a bond that would be considered small for an auto theft case."
The other aspect is the deafening silence of the statewide media concerning charges against Jetton. Fired Up Missouri has been consistently covering the story, but most Missouri news sources frame the incident as "rough sex," and some national outlets are calling it "rape." TPM covers it down the middle with this creepy ass quote to end their story: " (It is important to note that Jetton has not yet been charged with rape or sexual assault.)
The part about a rape date drug isn't confirmed yet. But the woman in question seems to think that's what happened. And that's what she suggests in the police report. And Jetton has now been charged with felony assault.
When Jetton left the woman's home the next morning he told her: "You should have said 'green balloons'."
What Would Jesus Do?
Not this; that's for sure. And Evangelicals can't figure out why people think they're judgemental..
Sunday, February 28, 2010
New from Goro!
He's been predicting "The Big One" as earthquake, in the time frame of the Olympic games for more than several weeks now. And it happened! Several weeks is actually very conservative, as he's been highlighting different multi contextual messages pointing to a major quake for many months. Goro Adachi is the real deal, friends, and his style might be confusing to the uninitiated, but go back and do some reading: Goro connects the dots and predicts the events before they happen. His articles are archived. Go back and read them all. And believe..
Joe Stack Roundup
I knew if I waited, the "Conspiracy Nuts" would thoroughly shake the trees, and voila! Look what dropped out..
MSM drops Joe Stack story like a hot potato..
Strange link to Alex Jones..
Joe Stack Had 9/11, NSA and Homeland Security Related Defense Contractor Clients
"Now remember, this is a VITALLY important detail: If Stack stole the plane, then there is no way to tie Stack to the crime."
Joe Stack Had 9/11, NSA and Homeland Security Related Defense Contractor Clients (Different thread from above-- more links and different info)
And finally some sense from Devvy Kidd..
MSM drops Joe Stack story like a hot potato..
Strange link to Alex Jones..
Joe Stack Had 9/11, NSA and Homeland Security Related Defense Contractor Clients
"Now remember, this is a VITALLY important detail: If Stack stole the plane, then there is no way to tie Stack to the crime."
Joe Stack Had 9/11, NSA and Homeland Security Related Defense Contractor Clients (Different thread from above-- more links and different info)
And finally some sense from Devvy Kidd..
Wow! This Is NOT A Surprise..
Ayn Rand, Hugely Popular Author and Inspiration to Right-Wing Leaders, Was a Big Admirer of Serial Killer. Crazy recognizes crazy, and Sociopath is Crazy..
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