> Decentralization like democracy introduces inefficiencies but at the same time provides safeguards against these conditions. Most democracies are not purely

> Decentralization like democracy introduces inefficiencies but at the same time provides safeguards against these conditions. Most democracies are not purely decentralized systems, however. There is still a central government, the difference is how it obtains its ruling power. Even the elections themselves are not de-centralized, as in "everyone run his own DIY election system and we'll see what sticks". There are central authorities for tallying votes, providing election sites, safeguarding and vetting the process, declaring rules, etc. Which is a perfect example for how cenralized systems can be both efficient and safeguarded.