04-25-2021, 10:17 AM
(04-24-2021, 10:31 PM)pbrower2a Wrote: There is no timetable for the demise of political systems. The United States of America is already one of the most durable political orders to have ever existed. It now has the second-oldest political order without an unconstitutional or forcible exchange of power...
Yes, I know about the Roman Empire, a valid comparison to the USA for maximal size and influence.... but the Roman Empire was rotten from its inception and lasted over 500 years. The USA keeps redefining itself, usually in positive ways. Donald Trump was the worst redefinition, and it is safe to say that he will not be back politically.
The Roman Republic may be a better comparison. It wasn't perfect -- far from it -- but neither are we. At least conceptually, we align there better than with any kingdom, empire or similar authoritarian structure.
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