alt Hacker NewsIt could also be simple. This looks like a bunch of very high profile people in a fast changing environment, just doing their best not to become targets, and helping consolidate power is a side effect.
The time will come when it’s rational for powerful people to make a stand - but that time has not yet arrived. According to the pattern, society has to go through a dark time first. Probably so there’s something to contrast against.
The most tragic thing is how many museums we already have - all over the world! - that tell this story.
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> The time will come when it’s rational for powerful people to make a stand - but that time has not yet arrived. According to the pattern, society has to go through a dark time first. Probably so there’s something to contrast against.
What do you mean, "make a stand?"
> The time will come when it’s rational for powerful people to make a stand -
Stand for what? They all seem to gain from this so I am not sure where your logic is coming from.
> According to the pattern, society has to go through a dark time first.
This sounds like a stereotypical hollywood story and not an actual thoughtful response to what is actually going on.