The iron law of oligarchy suggests that true democracy is rare, as political power tends to concentrate in a small elite, which has been observed throughout history, including in organizations that claim to be democratic.

If a country were to deny voting rights to a significant portion of its population, it would not be considered a democracy, regardless of its claims.

The concentration of power in the hands of a few could lead to oppression, especially as AI technology advances and becomes integrated into society.

Our democracy, which is supposed to be of, by, and for the people, struggles to hold leaders accountable when the elected officials are not the ones making the decisions.

Destroying trust in institutions can lead to either anarchy or dictatorship, as societies rely on these structures for stability and order.

Growing up in a dictatorship, I realized that accountability is a major issue in democracies, where bad actors can operate without consequence.

Democracy and capitalism may not be compatible, and I believe we are not living in a true democracy but rather a representative republic influenced by unelected agencies.

The U.S. is a critical experiment in democracy, but the rapid advancement of technology is outpacing our legal and civil discourse.

The future will likely see smaller, more manageable democracies as larger ones struggle to govern effectively.