QAnon Theorists Are Running For Political Office

Q Anon followers are increasingly running for political office, with 48 candidates in 2022 having ties to the conspiracy theory. While most are Republicans, some are independents. The movement's ideas are being absorbed by the Republican Party, with many conservatives believing in core Q Anon tenets. This shift poses a risk of normalizing fringe and anti-Semitic ideas, especially in local elections where voter turnout is low. The mainstreaming of these ideas could lead to significant changes in local governance and school boards.

What concerns are raised about Q Anon believing politicians being elected to local governments?

How are fringe ideas associated with Q Anon being perceived in mainstream politics?