When people use the phrase "conspiracy theory" this is where I take the conversation...

Regarding the indiscriminate use of the phrase conspiracy theory ...

There are three conspiracy theories regards 9/11.

1) The government’s conspiracy theory was put forth in the hours and days after the attacks. This is the theory that 19 Arab men led by Osama Bin Laden from a remote location conspired together to hijack planes using box cutters, flew 2 planes into 3 buildings thereby knocking down three, managed to hit the Pentagon with more that 1 hour of lead time, etc.

2) The Independent researchers conspiracy theory. This is the theory resulting from the collective work of sincere, independent researchers, who have proved the government’s conspiracy theory false and in violation of the laws of physics and common sense. This leads you to the study of false flag attacks, etc.

3) The disinformation conspiracy theories. These are the theories put forth by agents of disinformation who are paid to put forth theories that are false and ridiculous. This is done in order to confuse people and to provide straw men that can then be highlighted and attacked.

Some people use the phrase conspiracy theory without understanding that it has multiple meanings.

Other people use the phrase conspiracy theory as an ad hominem attack because they are unable to argue their position based on facts.

Others use it as part of a campaign of disinformation targeting people who are intellectually and/or emotionally challenged in examining the facts about 9/11.

Hopefully the above is useful for those wanting to have a more intelligent dialogue regarding the events of 9/11.

Peace.