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[#] 6. [Beliefs] Authoritarianism is the only real form of leadership. People in general respect and fear authority – they will genuflect before it and take orders from it, thanks to the discipline of obedience taught by religion. However, there could be the exceptional rebel. Social activism and protests are organized forms of anti-establishment rebellion and can be dangerous if not checked. Grassroots/ participatory democracy is synonymous with anarchy and should be avoided. [Imperatives] 
Always remain in control, on “top of the food chain”, at the apex of the power pyramid. Ensure that this power structure is never threatened. If it is, nip the bigger threats in the bud. Allow some room to smaller threats, to demonstrate tolerance for freedom of expression, and leverage that allowance to advertise democratic values. Always keep grassroots activism in check. Never let things get out of hand, and if they do, then respond by astroturfing or greenwashing or any other tactic money can buy.
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