Julian Assange
It only takes a rudimentary understanding of human psychology to manipulate someone. Bernays was recruited by the US government to study the science of modern propaganda in 1917. This science has been in research and development for over a century. Don't underestimate its power.
The "Epstein didn't kill himself" thing is an interesting example of a grassroots, populist narrative control campaign. By that I mean that people wanted it to remain a high-profile feature in the news, and they knew the mass media wouldn't do that for them, so they've collectively forced it into mainstream attention and held it there by sheer collaborative force of will.
Comment: Indeed, the journey toward tyranny undoubtedly starts with small steps, like banning meat. But if you think these bureaucrats will stop there, you've got another thing coming. The bottom line is that these people are idiots, making decisions that are nothing more than virtue signalling that directly effect the health of children. Social engineering based on propaganda and political correctness can only ever lead to disaster. One weeps for these children's future.