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The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity

First essay of the late Prof Carlo Cipolla. Law1: Everyone underestimates the stupid population. Law2: Stupidity is independent of other characteristics. Law3: A stupid person causes loss to others while deriving no gain or incurring loss. Law4: Non-stupid people underestimate the potential threat & cost of stupid people. Law5: Stupid types are the most dangerous.