Fear is a tool used by the most credentialed, the least wise, and least knowledgeable

Two tweets relevant to the condition of the totalitarian Mandarin Class.

What is the purpose of a regulator?
To protect the public?
Or...
To act as a societal fulfilment manager?
I used to think the former but with the power of public pressure via social media, I am no longer certain science and data are a match for emotional campaigns.

— The Risk-Monger (@zaruk) June 5, 2019

and

Whenever you hear the term #ChlorinatedChicken, please translate it as:
- I like to use fear over facts to win
- I don't know very much about chemicals or disease prevention
- I want to stop trade and prosperity
- I'm affluent and can afford to pay more
- I think you're stupid

— The Risk-Monger (@zaruk) June 4, 2019