I have harbored this notion that there is a problem with democracy. Not really with the notion,, it's the people that are responsible for it's perseverance and sustainability.
Much like we have found that there are groups pf people in this world that tend to be better warriors and have a history of leadership & aggression.
There may also be peoples in this world that are not democratically inclined, but are true sheeple. They need to be lead,, maybe dominated by a ruling class.
They do not want or have need of the mental hazards associated with making decisions, but would rather abdicate the responsibility to whoever want it.
My real quandary is that it appears that Democracy as we know it,, is not fit for even 50% of the world,, maybe not 30%..
If true,, this world has a long way to go before James Kirk will invite us to join the United Federation of Planets...
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As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Starfleet personnel may interfere with the normal and healthy development of alien life and culture. Such interference includes introducing superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely. Starfleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives and/or their ship, unless they are acting to right an earlier violation or an accidental contamination of said culture. This directive takes precedence over any and all other considerations, and carries with it the highest moral obligation
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My $00.0002