I think related to this is the notion that if people are unhappy with the status quo, and a clearly defective solution is offered, they still go for it. "Somet

I think related to this is the notion that if people are unhappy with the status quo, and a clearly defective solution is offered, they still go for it. "Something needs to be done. This is something. Let's do it". The fact that this something might make it worse is ignored.