We stand a better chance with aristocracy, whether hereditary or elective, than with monarchy.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
If our vaunted rule of the people does not breed nobler men and women than monarchies have done it must and will inevitably give place to something better.
The greater part of the governments on earth may be termed monarchical aristocracies, or hereditary dominions independent of the people.
I have always believed that the aristocracy of any country should be the men who have succeeded - the men who have aided in upbuilding their country - the men who have contributed to the efficiency and happiness of their fellow men.
Of the various forms of government which have prevailed in the world, an hereditary monarchy seems to present the fairest scope for ridicule.
Over the years to come, one thing is for certain: if the monarchy wishes to stay relevant and in power, it will have to change more.
I'd like to see a much more open Monarchy, myself. I used to think they were completely useless and we should get rid of them. I don't necessarily feel that way anymore. I'm still ambivalent, I still loathe the British class system, and the Royal family are the apex of the British class system.
If monarchy is corrupting - and it is - wait till you see what overt empire does to us.
Well, when did this become a monarchy? You know, we are the people. The president works for us and, you know, we need to remember that.
The best reason why Monarchy is a strong government is, that it is an intelligible government. The mass of mankind understand it, and they hardly anywhere in the world understand any other.
We don't have to sit by and watch our meritocracy be replaced by a permanent aristocracy, and our democracy be undermined by dynastic wealth.