in thread "Political systems and the mess we are in": If you're so stoked on liberal democracy, I think the ideal is striving to make most of those conditions universal. Cultivate free men that are capable of participating in civilized political and social life. Restore democracy and the free market, as well ... 3d ago (collapse hidden) log in to judge received 1.9 1.9 If you're so stoked (view hidden) log in to judge received 1.9 1.9 I will be a bit vague: Yes, some people you're reading on the internet do really want Hitler. Some want Stalin, in fact. Many others would balk at a charismatic strongman. That's not a fashionable solution. They think there are much more sound alternatives... 3d ago (collapse hidden) log in to judge received 1.3 1.3 I will be a bit vagu (view hidden) log in to judge received 1.3 1.3