People want to believe. They want to believe in the half truths that are told by people seeking to “help them”. History tells a different outcome: tyranny. Tyranny in recent history comes under the guise of Socialism/Communism. It is strange that people cannot see the repercussions of political ambition even as it is unfolding before their eyes in Venezuela.
So the question to be asked is one that will upset many. If people are too stupid to understand the consequences of ceding power to a smooth talking politician/revolutionary, should their voice count?
David DeGerolamo
Regarding the consequences of collectivism, political ambition, and tyranny …
If “we” must tolerate democracy, at least do so in a sane manner.
Make the franchise available only to individuals who are living debt free ( assets -- liabilities > 0 ) on private land (with no subsidized housing) within the jurisdiction of their chosen legislative domain.
All others may whine, snivel and pound sand … but shall not vote themselves ‘benefits’ from the pockets of the productive members of their community.
Should their voice count?
How do you mean?