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Even when Myanmar had a democratically elected government the military still had huge political power because the constitution had a clause that let them retake
by colinmhayes 6y ago
Even when Myanmar had a democratically elected government the military still had huge political power because the constitution had a clause that let them retake power whenever they wanted. The legitimate leader was always afraid of this happening, so it's quite hard to separate the two governments.
- Rule35 6y agoSo it was a legal coup? What gives one side legitimacy?
- prashantsengar 6y agoThe Government that was thrown was elected by the people. This gives them legitimacy.
- Rule35 6y agoBut the election was governed by the same constitution that apparently gives the military these powers...