Many here assume that our deep state political and military leaders, while evil, are high IQ, intelligent and far-sighted in their plans and conspiracies - the ultimate 4D chess players.
Hanlon’s razor says: “Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity.” I would add laziness, ego, and greed to that list.
You make a good point in my view.
Hanlon’s Razor is reversed when it comes to the left. One does not necessarily need a high IQ to be malicious.