For example, might it be modled on the cover up of the Manhattan project when it was ongoing? If so, would there be any unique indicators that such a cover up is ongoing now?

  • Spaceape@lemmy.nrsk.no
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    11 months ago

    I think it’s pretty much like this, and quite a lot of half-truths, patriotism, militarism and capitalism that simply makes people want to keep the secret on top.

    And a lot of executions, of course. The people involved would proximately have know about it as well.

    How do crime networks keep secrets? Threat of violence. Now imagine that effect, but instead of a small time organisation like the Mafia or Yakuza, it’s the entire US deep state.

    Why do whistleblower offer say they fear for their lives? No wonder people would keep secrets.

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      11 months ago

      Yeah, I can’t believe I forgot to include the threats of physical violence and career/character assassination. These are likely the most significant methods, especially when the government is involved.