Moral Maze Is democracy a failed experiment?
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Oct 1, 2025 
Curtis Yarvin, an American blogger and political theorist known for his controversial views on anti-democracy, dives deep into the failures of democratic systems. He argues that modern democracy serves elite interests and proposes a return to monarchy governed by corporate principles. The discussion raises questions about accountability, human rights, and whether figures like CEOs are fit to rule. Meanwhile, panelists debate the impact of current political dynamics on public faith in democracy and explore alternative systems that might better serve society.
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Democratic Dissatisfaction Is Rising
- Public dissatisfaction with democracy has grown markedly in wealthy countries since 2017.
- The episode frames this as a crisis driving alternative anti-democratic ideas into mainstream debate.
Managed Democracy Undermines Popular Sovereignty
- Curtis Yarvin argues modern democracies are "managed" by elites who form public opinion.
- He claims public opinion is produced, not sovereign, and that undermines genuine democracy.
Monarchy As Historical Default
- Curtis Yarvin proposes returning to historical monarchy forms as the practical alternative to managed democracies.
- He frames monarchy as the default historical governance used when people need things done effectively.
