Well, I think that's a step backwards, but at least that would mean you were willing to admit that what we're doing right now isn't working any more. [immediate edit:] Most of us have too much knee-jerk nationalistic pride to think about changing the system on a fundamental level.

there's nothing like going all meta during a discussion to kill one's political power ;). Arguing over the details is a lot safer than looking at the big picture, I would think.

There have been plenty of good kings. I say we try a monarchy again. Surely choosing one good leader is easier than choosing hundreds?

Bhutan had a king that everyone loved. He decided that his country would degrade under a new king after him who may not be so benevolent, so he instituted a Democracy.

The country has since degraded. Families have broken up over arguments about who should be elected, which laws should be passed, etc...

You'll need way more karma points before you can become dictator.