I have more empathy for people who are intellectually stunted and now buy into conspiracy theories. They really never had a choice. If the US or their parents had provided them with sufficient education, maybe it would have been different, but it's hard for me to get as mad at them as you are.

On the other hand, the doctor who knows better, but chooses his own pocket book over the well being of millions is far less empathetic in my mind.

Both people suck in their own way, but I'm less inclined to get worked up about the former.