Abilene paradox attitudes towards them if they do not go along. This action-anxiety arises from what Harvey termed "negative fantasies"—unpleasant visualizations of what the group might say or do if individuals are honest about their opinions—when there is "real risk" of displeasure and negative consequences for not going along. The individual may experience "separation anxiety", fearing exclusion from the group. The theory is often used to help explain extremely poor group decisions, especially notions of the superiority of "rule by committee". For example, Harvey himself cited the Watergate scandal as a potential instance of the Abilene paradox in action. The Watergate scandal
West, Texas line, including 28.0% of those under age 18 and 13.9% of those age 65 or over. It is part of the Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area. Westfest is a festival celebrating the city's large Czech population and their heritage. There are several bakeries (such as the Czech Stop and Little Czech Bakery) and a nearby hotel named The Czech Inn. The city of West is served by the West Independent School District, and is home to the West High School Trojans. Interstate 35 and Union Pacific Railroad pass through the city. West, Texas West is a city in McLennan County, Texas,