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Type: Manuscript / book excerpt (likely 'the seventh sense' by joshua cooper ramo)
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Summary

This document appears to be page 186 of a manuscript or book, likely 'The Seventh Sense' (referenced in the text), containing a theoretical discussion on the history of empires (Rome, Qin, Incas) and network theory. It draws parallels between ancient administrative efficiency and modern network dynamics, arguing that enduring power structures grow without destructive costs. The page bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' Bates stamp, indicating it was included in evidence for a Congressional investigation, likely related to the Epstein/MIT Media Lab inquiry.

People (4)

Name Role Context
Kauffman Researcher/Author
Cited alongside colleagues regarding a survey of long-lived empires and administrative design.
Shang Yang Historical Figure
Mentioned regarding self-strengthening reforms in the Qin dynasty.
Machiavelli Historical Figure
Quoted referring to Rome as a 'republic for expansion'.
Baran Network Theorist (Implied)
referenced in 'Baran's fish-nets' regarding network structures.

Organizations (6)

Name Type Context
House Oversight Committee
Indicated by the Bates stamp 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT'.
Romans
Used as a historical example of efficient imperial administration.
Magadha
Cited as the most administratively durable of ancient Indian states.
Qin
Cited for its effective state structure and reforms.
Incas
Mentioned as an example of long-standing empire logic.
Han
Mentioned as an example of long-standing empire logic.

Locations (2)

Location Context
Controlled by the Romans.
Discussed as a model for imperial expansion.

Relationships (1)

Kauffman Professional Colleagues
Text refers to 'Kauffman and his colleagues' conducting a survey.

Key Quotes (3)

"The secret of those long-running orders was something that will be familiar now: Each possessed tools of power which permitted assembly of empire at an unusually low cost in lives and gold and effort."
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"Network power hums differently."
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"We’ve seen now what it feels like to use the Seventh Sense to contemplate the networks around us and to examine the global system with its risks and opportunities in a new way."
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