| Num | Mathematical Chaos Theory | Trump Chaos Theory |
|---|---|---|
| 10.) | Sensitivity to initial conditions | Sensitivity to any criticism |
| 9.) | Uncertainty in a forecast increases exponentially with elapsed time | Interest in a stimulus package varies randomly with elapsed time |
| 8.) | Self similarity | Narcissism |
| 7.) | Helps explain the challenges of weather forecasting | Helps explain the challenges of accepting responsibility |
| 6.) | Dense periodic orbits | Excuse me—did you just call me dense? |
| 5.) | Breakdown of topological supersymmetry | Breakdown of norms in society |
| 4.) | Interconnectedness | Fine people on both sides |
| 3.) | Constant feedback loops | Constant feedback loops |
| 2.) | Can't make a reliable prediction more than 2-3 Lyapunov times in the future | Can't...hey, it's time for Hannity! |
| 1.) | A butterfly flapping its wings in Brazil can cause a hurricane in Texas | A president tweeting might conjure a "sharpie" hurricane in Alabama |
Posted October 17, 2022; Written October 16, 2020
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