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This is a perfect illustration of democracy in the USA. Do you see the deception?
Political Pizza
by Jeff Thomas
Then, along came democracy. It was often created from the bottom up, by a people who were fed up at having their lives ruled by usurpers who allowed them few choices and limited opportunity.
But, in virtually every country, the system was co-opted by those who sought power. Not surprisingly, they sought power for their own gain, not the benefit of the people. (’Twas ever thus.)
Ironically, the democratic system has been far more effective for the rulers than the monarchic system. By creating the illusion that the people have a choice, the rulers and their flunkies can extract far more from the people, without inciting revolt, than was previously possible in the monarchic system.
For both Blue Pizza and Red Pizza, revenue has never been better, and the cost of a slice is certain to rise further.
Hopefully the lesson to be learned is to avoid being distracted by the colour of the pizza shop, but to focus instead on the fellow in the office above.
Political leaders are therefore far more loyal to the system than they are to those who voted for them.
Political Pizza
Political Pizza
by Jeff Thomas
Then, along came democracy. It was often created from the bottom up, by a people who were fed up at having their lives ruled by usurpers who allowed them few choices and limited opportunity.
But, in virtually every country, the system was co-opted by those who sought power. Not surprisingly, they sought power for their own gain, not the benefit of the people. (’Twas ever thus.)
Ironically, the democratic system has been far more effective for the rulers than the monarchic system. By creating the illusion that the people have a choice, the rulers and their flunkies can extract far more from the people, without inciting revolt, than was previously possible in the monarchic system.
For both Blue Pizza and Red Pizza, revenue has never been better, and the cost of a slice is certain to rise further.
Hopefully the lesson to be learned is to avoid being distracted by the colour of the pizza shop, but to focus instead on the fellow in the office above.
Political leaders are therefore far more loyal to the system than they are to those who voted for them.
Political Pizza
