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Rednote right now (lemmy.ml)
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[–] 7 points 2 years ago (1 child)

It’s funny to lament the erosion of checks and balances: they’re one of the reasons the US is not and has never been a democracy. Why the US Government Can't Get Anything Done

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  • [–] -5 points 2 years ago

    Ita a democratic republic, which the term Republic right from the start tells you it is run by representatives. Oligarchy refers to a government run by the few. The line between representatives and few leaders isn't a thick one. It was fickle to start with.

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