The ethical regulator theorem implies that we can define a function for the effectiveness that a regulator, R, has in controlling a system. It captures how the effectiveness of the regulator depends on the effectiveness of six requisites:
# EffectivenessR = PurposeR × TruthR × VarietyR × PredictabilityR × IntelligenceR × InfluenceR
In this form, we would assign each requisite an effectiveness value between 0 and 1, where 1 means that it is perfect or optimal. And if the effectiveness of even just one of the requisites is close to zero, the effectiveness of the whole regulator is massively reduced. Applied to our two politicians: If EffectivenessA > EffectivenessB, then A is more likely than B to win control of system C.
However, it is neither necessary nor possible to calculate meaningful numerical values to compare the effectiveness of different systems or configurations. The essential value of the function is to understand the relationships and dependencies that it captures.
It is sufficient if an understanding of the effectiveness function informs the system design strategy; recognizing that a maximally effective system requires that the effectiveness of these six requisite dimensions are maximized, and that
# a successful attack on the integrity or effectiveness of any of them spells disaster for the effectiveness of the whole system.
It is worth noting that in social systems, money can buy media influence; and if the media is broadcasting lies, propaganda, or advertising, it reduces the quality of TruthX that is received by every voter or consumer, X, which can manipulate them into making decisions that are not in their best interest.