[the_gastropod]

I think its purpose was to provide fresh blood to the John Birch Society. It seems to be working remarkably well, in that respect.

[npoc]

Yes, a common side effect of going down the deep bitcoin rabbit hole and discovering how the world really works.

[the_gastropod]

I'm sure you're aware of this... but every conspiracy theorist and cult member thinks this way. A moment of self-reflection may be in order.

[npoc]

It's very healthy to listen to both sides of an argument and theorise about conspiracies. It's the close-minded people programmed to laugh at them who need to self-reflect.