I have no doubt that many or most do actually love their former king. The problem is that it's probably not well-founded, given the laws you mentioned ensure v

I have no doubt that many or most do actually love their former king. The problem is that it's probably not well-founded, given the laws you mentioned ensure virtually all media coverage of the king & royals is never less than glowing. (Analogy coming to mind is North Koreans shedding true tears for their former leader.)