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Flat Earth Theory / Re: Trying to Understand FE

« on: March 22, 2018, 04:59:38 PM »

That's another issue I have, if the only motive for the conspiracy is based on a hypothesis, then doesn't that challenge the validity of the conspiracy theory?

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Flat Earth Theory / Trying to Understand FE

« on: March 22, 2018, 01:52:34 AM »

I'm new to the forums, and to FE's challenge of Earth's rotundity. I'll admit, right now I wholeheartedly accept the view that the Earth is round, due to its plausibility in relation to my understanding of science and physics. I'm sure I'll be met with the argument that I've been brainwashed, and rightfully so. From a young age, society has fed it's members an understanding of the universe that would support the round Earth. The concept of a round Earth has become so ingrained in people's minds, that few would think to challenge it. That's not what I have an issue with, however. The Earth could very well be flat, and I wouldn't know it. I've associated myself with FE's belief that something can only be true if you see it for yourself. That's why I'm not denying the possibility of a FE by any means, however, I'm not downplaying my belief in a RE. I don't have the resources to prove the existence of a FE to myself, and it's doubtful I ever will. I present a challenge to the theory that NASA and other space-capable nations have conspired against the rest of the International community to hide the existence of a FE. The simple reasoning I have comes in the form of a question. What would be the goal of this conspiracy? If Earth is really accelerating upwards at a speed of 9.8 m/s^2, then what is the motive to hide this fact? If the sun is only 36 miles across, why cover it up? What's the point? Through all my perusal of FE forums and other resources, I have found no plausible motive. I'd appreciate an explanation, so I can decide for myself whether or not the FE is something I should really believe in.