“So, these evil geniuses may or may not have had exceptionally wicked personalities, although all were somewhat unpleasant characters37 – but they did have a net-destructive effect on society. This effect was net-destructive because they advanced a compelling but destructive worldview; one which led to the suppression of, for example, the ability of people to perceive meaning and purpose in life, or active-encouragement of selfish, parasitic, or cruel behaviour.”
