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This idea that authoritarianism is a good way to get things done.... I’m seeing it suggested more and more. Is it true? It makes sense on some level. But histo
by erikpukinskis 8y ago
This idea that authoritarianism is a good way to get things done.... I’m seeing it suggested more and more. Is it true?
It makes sense on some level. But historically, is it actually true that dictators get more done?
- shadowtree 8y agoWell, if you group monarchy into this, most of what we consider world wonders where created by those systems. Don't benefit the individuals, but make for spectacular tourist attractions. Great Wall, Pyramids, Cathedrals, ...
- erikpukinskis 8y agoIsn’t something like a Toyota Corolla orders of magnitude more “wonder” than the pyramids? Cathedrals though... I do kind of see there might be orders more more skilled labor embodies there?