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... ion will be compromised. They need to portray themselves as being loved and praised and elevated into living gods all the time. Because if they don't, there will be factions wanting to replace them," explained Mr. Cortez.

"Then, if they can't afford that, why don't they try to be truthful and just improve the lives of the people as they show?" the host asked in confusion.

"That's a good question, Wendy. It's because it's not in their interest," answered Mr. Cortez.

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