>how does one keep that kind of secret while setting it up? The same as with any controversial program. Claim the program is intended for non-domestic purposes

>how does one keep that kind of secret while setting it up? The same as with any controversial program. Claim the program is intended for non-domestic purposes, compartmentalize the development into different complimentary components, perform controlled leaks about the development that allow you to frame the public perception of the program (and makes it "old news"), and discredit any public "conspiracy theorists". >If the non-elite are all killed off, then most of the remaining people (formerly elite) are non-elite and the cycle repeats. Enough non-elite should be retained to keep the lights on, provide security, and serve any unforseen purposes in the future.