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Conspiracy Theories, Politics’ Manipulative Tool and Public Threat

Lawrence Ankutseby Lawrence Ankutse
May 23, 2024
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Conspiracy Theories, Politics’ Manipulative Tool and Public Threat

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Conspiracy theories have found fertile ground in the political arena, flourishing amid the chaos and complexity of modern governance. 

These theories thrive by preying on fear, uncertainty, and the human inclination toward simple explanations for convoluted issues. In an age dominated by social media, such theories spread rapidly, creating echo chambers where they are seldom challenged.

Politicians often exploit these conspiracy theories to serve their agendas. By endorsing or alluding to such ideas, they can energize their base, discredit rivals, and distract from their failings. 

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This manipulation of public perception proves particularly potent at a time when trust in traditional media and institutions is waning. The allure of a unifying, albeit false, narrative can solidify loyalty and deepen divisions within the electorate.

However, while these tactics may yield short-term gains, they erode democratic discourse and undermine trust in the political process, posing long-term risks to governance and social cohesion.

The Demos, a think tank, urged the UK government in a report on low-traffic neighborhoods (LTNs) to subject politicians to stricter rules on spreading disinformation or wild claims for which there is scant or no evidence. 

This comes after senior members of the UK government repeated conspiracy theories on 15-minute cities.

“Parliament’s ethics and standards watchdog should urgently review its requirements to ensure ministers were truthful and accurate in their communications on contentious issues, and avoid spreading disinformation that can polarise debate.”

Demos report

According to the Demos, the central government has created significant challenges for local authorities with its inconsistent stance on Low Traffic Neighborhoods (LTNs). 

Initially, ministers strongly supported these schemes, pushing for their rapid implementation during the Covid-19 lockdowns in 2020. However, they changed course when some motorists voiced their dissatisfaction.

Now, the government is trying to restrict local authorities’ ability to implement LTNs, despite a minister-commissioned report showing these schemes are both popular and beneficial.

Health Minister Maria Caulfield repeated a false claim about 15-minute cities. It is a concept aimed at creating communities where amenities like GP surgeries, shops, and leisure facilities are within a short walk. 

She inaccurately stated that these plans would impose a road toll on anyone driving more than 15 minutes from home.

Transport Minister Mark Harper went further by endorsing false claims that LTNs are designed to stop people from traveling outside their local area without permission.

The Demos report also highlighted a “democratic chasm” in how local authorities implement LTNs, criticizing them for not providing enough information before imposing these schemes. 

Impact of LTNs on Local Communities

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The decline of local newspapers and other media has exacerbated this issue, leaving little room for reasonable debate. 

In many areas, the lack of local news has driven people to social media, where discussions about LTNs quickly turned toxic.

The report analyzed over 570,000 social media posts and included interviews with 47 people in six focus groups, along with 24 local politicians and journalists from Oxford, Enfield, and Rochdale, areas where LTNs were introduced.

The authors found that the central government failed to provide consistent direction, while local governments did not sufficiently consult the public before implementing LTNs. 

From 2020 to 2022, social media posts about LTNs that received the most engagement were evenly split between supporters and opponents. However, by 2023, this shifted dramatically, with 79% of the most engaged posts being strongly anti-LTN.

Demos recommended government funding for local news to enhance scrutiny of LTNs and promote informed debate.

However, some LTN proponents contested several of Demos’s assertions. Andrew Gant, the Liberal Democrat cabinet member for transport management on Oxfordshire County Council, disagreed with the idea of a “democratic chasm,” stating that he did not recognize such a claim.

“It’s difficult to feel more exposed to Demos, democracy, and the people than I am on this issue,” he said. 

Studies and international examples have shown that limiting motor vehicle access can lead to various benefits, including cleaner air, increased community engagement as more people shop and socialize outdoors, healthier lifestyles as individuals opt for walking or cycling, and an overall improvement in quality of life.

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