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Political ideologies are similar to business ideologies. They are motivation to go change the equilibrium of political economy. "Insidious ideologies flourish" because there are people who think they will benefit from them and want to join the momentum. The "marketplace of ideas" is a debate between rivals competing for political power.

Solutions however won't be wholly accepted by the ruling class favored by the current ideologies since these "insidious ideologies" oppose their position and power and "mandate of heaven". The ruling class can risk subverting themselves or surrendering power.