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> Dictators are constrained in terms of backing away from bad decisions. They thus have a bad habit of doubling down on stupid decisions. I find this to match
by majewsky 7y ago
> Dictators are constrained in terms of backing away from bad decisions. They thus have a bad habit of doubling down on stupid decisions.
I find this to match the behavior of the dominant parties in my country.
- JumpCrisscross 7y ago> I find this to match the behavior of the dominant parties in my country It characterises humans in general. It’s difficult for leaders to admit mistake. Political change generally increments when leaders are removed from power.
- Retric 7y agoThe difference is when one party doubles down on unpopular choices they become more likely to be voted out of office. This is direct communication between the populace and rulers. In single party systems, dictatorships, etc leaders are frequently acting on really bad information or simply don’t feel the need to back down. Thus, such things tend to build up and compound over time.