Wasn't it Already Obvious?


	Wasn't it Already Obvious?

CulturalEngineer

8-29-2009 9:54 AM

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economics, politics, anthropology, finance

CulturalEngineer says:

Complex/Chaotic networks are inherently unstable. Civilizations are fragile.

Your Decision Systems are broken and need attention.

Chagora & Civilization Systems

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