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We need more goat sacrifices(experimental-history.com)

The article proposes a provocative idea: that before implementing any major social policy or philanthropic program, a ritual sacrifice, such as sacrificing a goat, should be performed. This is not meant to appease gods, but rather to instill humility and remind individuals of their own limitations and lack of knowledge. The suggested ritual, which includes elements like pricked fingers, blood, and chanting, aims to induce a sense of procedural humility, acknowledging that decision-makers are fallible and do not have all the answers, thereby encouraging a more cautious and reflective approach to problem-solving.