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The discovery of hidden agendas, such as the so-called "Red Scare" or fluoride in drinking water being viewed as a communist plot, reflects a societal inclination to mistrust authority and innovative beliefs about governance. The assassination of President John F. Kennedy put the spotlight on conspiracy theories, shifting the views toward a general skepticism of official narratives.
Modern events, such as the unfolding of the 9/11 attacks and the explosive rise of misinformation and conspiracy during the Trump presidency—from birtherism to claims of election fraud—have only served to further entrench these beliefs within parts of the American populace, especially among certain political factions.