— Still in the program —
"And you know why? Because if they don't, their position will be compromised. They need to portray themselves as being loved and praised and elevated into living gods all the time. Because if they don't, there will be factions wanting to replace them," explained Mr. Cortez.
"Then, if they can't afford that, why don't they try to be truthful and just improve the lives of the people as they show?" the host asked in confusion.
"That's a good question, Wendy. It's because it's not in their interest," answered Mr. Cortez.
"It's not in their interest? How so? Shouldn't the ruler's interest be their people? As long as the people have a good life, their rule would also be justified," the host asked again.
