The Term ‘Anti-Vaxxer’ a Very Effective Propaganda Tool | Sharyl Attkisson
When you hear people say ‘conspiracy theory,’ that’s designed to pluck this little part of your brain that says, ‘Well, that thing’s not true.’ And I think it’s a very well studied phrase on people who don’t think it out. To me, that’s often a cue that tells me… ‘That thing may well be true.’ […]
I Could Have Freed A Thousand More
“I freed a thousand slaves. I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves.” — Harriet Tubman Reading Harriet Tubman’s quoted wisdom caused me to draw an uncomfortable parallel to what is seen today in the vaccine risk awareness movement. Do these profound words from a celebrated American abolitionist apply […]
Measles in Samoa: Why are So Many Dying?
A total of 72 people have died in Samoa during the current outbreak of measles there that began in mid-October. Most of the deaths have involved children under five years of age. U.S. and global media outlets have been following this story closely, providing regular updates on the number of people in Samoa who have […]
Pro-Vaccine vs Anti-Vaccine: Should Your Kids Get Vaccinated?
We brought pro-vaxxers and anti-vaxxers together to spark a dialogue about their differences and similarities. The first statement is, “I am vaccianted.” The second statement is, “Not getting vaccinated endangers other people.” The third statement is, “I’d do anything to keep my child safe.” The fourth statement is, “I don’t always trust my doctor’s opinion.”
