Tag Archives: Social Sciences

New York Times Warning: Trust Authorities on Boston Bombing, or You’re Nuts

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Ken McMurtrie

Given that I am one who believes in some rather obvious conspiracies, I cannot overlook this post. An extract: “Science Orders You: Stop Thinking Rationally. The author goes on to say that “recent scientific research” tells us that people who … Continue reading →

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Lewandowsky invents new pseudo-science of psycho-climatology™

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Ken McMurtrie

Originally posted on Australian Climate Madness:
Pseudo-science rules! Stephan Lewandowsky knows nothing about climatology, meteorology, geology, atmospheric physics or thermodynamics, but that trivial obstacle does not prevent him believing the alarmist consensus with such fervour that he uses his own…

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People believe their authority figures beyond the point that it’s reasonable to do so

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

This post has arisen from two incentives. The old ‘gem’ of the global warming debate and the perception about artificial sweeteners, the topics of the last two posts. It concerns the way people formulate their beliefs, the way they perceive … Continue reading →

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The Triumph of Conspiracy Theories

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

All too true. Part of the brainwashing of the public is to label real conspiracies as “conspiracy theories”. Immediately conveying a slur against the conspiracy believers and psychologically influencing the gullible.

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The Ministry of [Un]Truth

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

How often does the theme of George Orwell‘s “1984” recur on this blog? A rhetorical question! There is, however, a real reason why this does occur. Reality is fast becoming what was once thought to be his fantasy of the … Continue reading →

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US – Memorial Day Apostates

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

A commonsense look at the reality of today’s wars, their futility, even their evil, their lack of justification and the widespread, catastrophic damage done at home and abroad. “A compilation of just a few of those who do not toe … Continue reading →

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The Necessity of Disillusionment

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

Again, from Sott.net. their own post by Timothy C.Trepanier. Nothing is more sad than the death of an illusion. ~ Arthur Koestler Our greatest illusion is to believe that we are what we think ourselves to be. ~ H.F. Amiel … Continue reading →

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Lies, Damned Lies and Journalistic Fraud

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Ken McMurtrie

If people ask me, how do you know what you publish is the truth?, I have to admit that I don’t personally KNOW these issues are true. However, what I publish are selected items from many other sources, where there … Continue reading →

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MUSIC – Can change your perceptions

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Ken McMurtrie

This post is, hopefully, a pleasant change from the usual serious stuff. Well this is still serious but a much more uplifting topic. I am an addict of music. It is a very important part of my life, practically essential, … Continue reading →

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