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What does it mean?
Large conspiracies are unlikely because humans are disorganized and poor at secrecy.
In plain terms
Humans are too disorganized to keep big secrets.
What can you take from it?
Question grand conspiracy theories.

Where it applies

  • evaluating claims
  • debunking myths
  • critical thinking

Putting it to work

  • question grand narratives
  • look for simple explanations

Questions to consider

  • What makes you skeptical of conspiracies?
  • How do you evaluate claims?

Another view

This may overlook rare, highly disciplined conspiracies.

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