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Re:The CIA's Quest for Mind Control: Torture, LSD and a 'Poi... by AntiImperialist on Monday November 23, 2020 @06:37AM (#25185680)
That would be great but the problem is that I may be wrong... but I'll never hear why or be able to have reasonable discussion with anyone because your brainwashing prevents you from remaining calm and explaining.
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Re:The CIA's Quest for Mind Control: Torture, LSD and a 'Poi... by jacobush on Monday November 23, 2020 @06:58AM (#25185792)
So, people who disagree with you, can never calmly explain their position? You also expect this state of affairs to never change.

That must be frustrating.

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Re:The CIA's Quest for Mind Control: Torture, LSD and a 'Poi... by AntiImperialist on Monday November 23, 2020 @07:22AM (#25185968)
So, people who disagree with you, can never calmly explain their position?

Not never, but it often seems very difficult for certain people. I get emotionally charged reactions, both online and IRL.

You also expect this state of affairs to never change.

What do you mean? I think these things can change. The brainwashing is usually kept in by evoking a traumatic response. If the trauma is healed, the brainwashing doesn't stick around.

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