Any system that insulates itself from diversity in the environment tends to atrophy and lose its complexity and distinctive nature. (Gareth Morgan)

Any system that insulates itself from diversity in the environment tends to atrophy and lose its complexity and distinctive nature.

Gareth Morgan

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