Untangling the web of words surrounding COVID-19 conspiracy theories

May 09, 2020–May 19, 2020

An opinion editorial published in the Deseret News inviting readers to be peacemakers in the wake of COVID-19 conspiracy theories. It invites readers to persuade their friends and neighbors to reject conspiracy theories, without blaming them or inciting anger or fear, as well as to use words that inspire confidence, hope, and love for others rather than fear, anger, and prejudice. (Unfortunately, the editors removed my Oxford commas.)

Contact Info

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About the Project

Collaborators

  • Project Lead

    Jarron Slater

    Assistant Professor

    Brigham Young University

Geography

Deseret News

On the Web

https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2020/5/19/21263024/covid-19-conspiracy-theories-plandemic-untangling-confusion-fear-love/

Awards

Nothing formal, but I did get an email from the president of Utah Valley University thanking me for my article.

Partnerships

None