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The distributed idea suppression complex (The DISC for short) is a concept conceived by Eric that is heavily discussed in episode 18 of The Portal. | The distributed idea suppression complex (The DISC for short) is a concept conceived by Eric that is heavily discussed in episode 18 of The Portal. | ||
the center of it is idea suppression | |||
it isn't under central control. | |||
It is a loosely coupled emergent structure. | |||
The DISC is actually a complex. | |||
It is a large collection of different structures, | |||
and it's not controlled in any one place. | |||
Many of these have emerged separately. | |||
But what makes an aspect of the DISC—what shows you a particular component, is that it protects institutions from individuals who are making valid and reasonable points. | |||