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Originally posted by Techsnow
I don't understand why nobody has responded to my idea of a tyrannical government forming out of a border-less world. Don't you realize that if were to operate on a galactic scale we have to first unite (with borders, different countries, and ideas) on a galactic scale.
Originally posted by TechsnowThe only way to freedom and a good world is for multiple countries to unite under a republic that are willing to oppose one another. In the scenario that one country were to become tyrannical, it is up to the other countries to stop that country and change it back into a republic.
Originally posted by DeadFlagBlues
reply to post by Doctor Schlock
WE DON'T RUN. With a republic similar to the one we're talking about, the people would have the real power. There would be no way they could manipulate the situation in their favor.
Also, let me clarify a few things too. I'm not in anyway suggesting this could even happen in our generation, let alone right now. I don't think humans have the mindset and understanding to undertake such a drastic social change.
Originally posted by DeadFlagBlues
As a people, as a republic. We would oppose those who oppress us. 7 billion united, we would have the absolute power.
Originally posted by DeadFlagBlues
Creating something on this large a scale would be incredibly difficult but just because previous generations failed at anything doesn't mean we can succeed later on. Social evolution, baby. Have faith.