What is wrong with the term "truther"? How did the community get divided and repulsed by this term? I know there are some wacky ideas, but it need not destroy the whole movement. Old history I guess, but I completely missed that chapter.

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[–]JasonCarswell[S] 3 insightful - 2 fun3 insightful - 1 fun4 insightful - 2 fun -  (1 child)

I'm a proud truther, truth-seeker, and conspiracy analyst. I'm also a cis white male, anti-war, and anti-Zionist. Call me other things if you like, but they lack credibility to those who know.

"Those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind."

Sure, I know there are "truther" idiots who believe in holograms and Flat Earth, intentionally or ignorantly trying to discredit truth-seekres. So what? There are people who believe a lot of crazy shit in politics, religion, science, etc.

I still like the "truther" label. It's short, catchy, to the point, and the stigma only applies if you let it. Labels help when defining things and working on concepts. Sure labels and stereotypes, like anything, can be helpful and/or harmful. Simply being aware of the manipulation can help keep you ahead.

[–]dontbuyanylogos 4 insightful - 2 fun4 insightful - 1 fun5 insightful - 2 fun -  (0 children)

fair enough if the label serves you then go with it. I think it originated from the 9/11 truth movement

https://911truth.org/