What the parent is suggesting doesn't require a "shadowy, evil-intentioned plot by the entirety of the government." It only requires efforts by people who like

What the parent is suggesting doesn't require a "shadowy, evil-intentioned plot by the entirety of the government." It only requires efforts by people who like to consolidate power to consolidate power. The consolidators need not even communicate. See also: ant food gathering behaviors, termite mound building.