• Feathercrown@lemmy.world
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    2 days ago

    ~50% of an armed populace will fight for an oppressive regime. It’s not an effective way to deter governmental takeover.

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      2 days ago

      And that number is based on what, exactly? Vibes? Revolution only succeeds when there is broad support.

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        1 day ago

        Based on how people voted

        Revolution only succeeds when there is broad support.

        That’s exactly what I’m saying

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          The US Electoral system is not a representation of political views, but constraints within what the Bourgeoisie indicates as “acceptable.” Support for Luigi is widespread among the Proletariat, regardless of how they voted. Your error is in assuming the DNC and GOP parties represent the people.

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      That’s not how power works.

      An armed population is just ensuring their rights through threat of force just like the government doesn’t. The government has to take that into consideration when deciding if they’re going to choke more social support in favor of giving more to the keys of power.