psyop

Psyop, short for psychological operations, are military operations carried out to influence the emotions and behaviors of targeted individuals, organizations and governments. Conspiracy theorists have co-opted the term to suggest that various conspiracy theories and world events are fomented by the government and global elites to distract "truth seekers" and sow confusion.

This database provides an overview of many of the terms and individuals used by or associated with movements and groups that subscribe to and/or promote extremist or hateful ideologies.