This is not a slam of Archimedes, just a possible explanation of his actions.
I know that he worked very hard to have a secure, comfortable retirement, all props to him for doing that. I know that he is very nervous that the stock market is going to drop significantly which would seriously threaten his financial situation. He doesn't want to see that happen so is falling into the trap of seeing what he wants to see that would portend a less terrible (financially) future.
Let's face it, there are many agenda's out there and if you are looking for something that will support a country pathway that you wish, you can find it.