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OKIsItJustMe

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8. The power of denial is tremendous
Sat Jul 19, 2025, 11:02 AM
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For example, one might deny that the Earth is spherical, or that the Apollo astronauts landed on the moon. People who fervently believe these things are not persuaded by evidence which contradicts them.

One may deny that COVID-19 is a threat, or even real, while lying in an ICU, dying from it. I know of a woman who was hospitalized twice with COVID-19 (or who had life-threatening symptoms which matched those reported for COVID-19.) She steadfastly maintained that her Dr’s were lying to her. One might deny the efficacy of all vaccines, choosing not to “poison” their children with them. Epidemics of “eradicated” diseases will not persuade them.

Some might deny that renewable energy sources are renewable or clean or even useful. Bring as much scientific/documentary evidence as you like, they will not be swayed.

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