The Oppression Of A Democratic Republic

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There have been countless attempts at perfect societies around the world, but they all have one thing in common, failure. In theory the communities seem well, perfect, but in reality they never work out due human nature. While I think that a society that is close to socialism would be the most ideal system, the best type of government we could actually have at this point is something along the lines of a democratic republic. Every citizen should have the same power, the same right to be heard and speak their own views, and every citizen is equal before laws. With checks and balances and vigilance from the society itself, a democratic republic can offer if not a perfect society, a pretty good one.
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