From the CIA's Simple Sabotage Field Manual.

It seems like all public service organizations and politicians have taken this to heart.

(13) To lower morale and with it, production, be pleasant to inefficient workers; give them undeserved promotions. Discriminate against efficient workers; complain unjustly about their work.

(22) Give lengthy and incomprehensible explanations when questioned.

(23) Act stupid.

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