4 ms·
Every government is a democracy. Monarchies, fascist dictators, republicans, all of them are democracies. They function by the consent of the people. The people
by Kluny 9y ago
Every government is a democracy. Monarchies, fascist dictators, republicans, all of them are democracies. They function by the consent of the people. The people may be sheep, brainwashed, terrorized or whatever, but in every case there are more of them then there are government enforcers. If you push them too hard or ask them to do the impossible, it will not work. Dictatorship is not as easy as you seem to think - it still takes effective management to get anywhere.
- sarabande 9y agoIn cases of brainwashing and terrorism, it's important to acknowledge that is no longer what we commonly mean by democracy, because free consent of the people is impaired. Majorities who do not give their consent can and are being subjugated. Here's a simple thought experiment: Me to a group of five people: "Everyone, give me a dollar." Group: "No." Then, I pull out a gun. Let's repeat the conversation: Me to a group of five people: "Everyone, give me a dollar." Group: "OK." I'd call that coercion, not a reasonable use of the word democracy just because they all technically gave their consent.
- marcosdumay 9y agoVenezuela's government seems to be pretty able to survive even with open revolt and people fleecing the country at the rate of thousands a day. Modern governments are way overpowered when compared to starving civilians.