@augustus @moonman @ghostdancer I can recommend http://rationallyspeakingpodcast.org/show/rs-176-jason-brennan-on-against-democracy.html , which was a really clear-headed discussion on how we can filter out the worst parts of democracy, yet keep the "peaceful transfer" and "people feel it's legitimate" parts. It's complicated, of course, and the show gives no straight answers. That's why it's worth listening to.