I learned via participating in the factual debunking the Russiagate propaganda narrative(s) that factual refutation does not counter a narrative that is fundamentally non-factual in the first place, and is instead based primarily on personal meaning and faith.

Well said, it is a cult like mentality and Qanon supporters project their hopes and feelings that the so-called 'white-hats' are quietly executing their plan to take down the deep state. This belief is based in emotions - which we know can be easily manipulated.

It's crucial that people understand that there are serious operations and propaganda campaigns within the 'alternative media'. The Qanon phenomenon has been frighteningly effective in duping people and pacifying this demographic into non-action. Western propaganda is infinitely more sophisticated and advanced than the conventional propaganda forms we know from the first half of the 20th century.

On a more personal note, I had a good laugh Caitlin reminded us about the:
"Trust Sessions" etho. LOL - I mean we have to take some time to just pause and laugh at how ridiculous these statements were.
Jeff Sessions!!!
The same guy that accomplished essentially zero as AG and has been a long time proponent of keeping maintaining the criminalization of cannabis.

Great piece @elizbethleavos!
Resteemed