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Bullshitology and the public sector. Higher education has the most “bullshat” plans.

Beware balloons are ready to burst.

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David Loewen
Nov 20, 2022
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“Bullshit” came into print in World War II, referring to excessive regiments, high-level Admin, and over-attention on appearances. Things were considered “Bullshatted” when polished for display.

“Bullshit” during the war usually referred to high-level bureaucracy. New Zealand airmen called Air Force headquarters in the U.K.: “Bullshit Castle”.

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