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Monday, March 17, 2008 12:00 AM

How photos support your own "reality"

Why do 9/11 deniers see an alternative story in pictures of the attacks? Because we all interpret images according to our biases.
By Farhad Manjoo

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  • Monday, March 17, 2008 08:05 AM

    Crackpots and Reality

    There can be no doubt that there are a number of conspiracy buffs out there, many on the outer edge. These fanatics certainly get their fair share of press. However, as long as the press gives priority to their outrageous theories, and ignores real questions (such as what happened to the men cheering on the rooftop as the WTC burned), the nit-wits will continue to manufacture fantasies. Why the outrageous theories always get the press while tough, hard questions remain un-asked, is the real issue.

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