52 A New Theory of Democracy's Origins (It Wasn't Greece) w/ David Stasavage
Ancient Greece Declassified
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What Is Your Favorite Case of Pre-Modern Democracy?
The Huron and the Iroquois were successful in maintaining consensual governance at scale. No kings, no absolute rulers, chiefs could be deposed by female clan heads. Women played a prominent role for women in politics even if they didn't actually sit in councils.
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