Patrick Lahey, the president of Triton Submarines, told the Times that Stockton Rush had a talent for convincing people that the Titan was safe.

If it was predatory, then why was he aboard, risking his own life?

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Because even the smartest people can start believing their own “lies”.

He had faith in his systems and decried anyone who challenged that faith.

Just remember that faith and facts are not the same thing.

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