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The Patsy of Democracy
Democracy functions on contention through competitive elections, parties, and holding power accountable. The belief in resolving differences through dialogue without real contention is not effective in democracy. Avoiding contention can result in losing power to the opposing side. The misconception of bipartisanship in the electorate versus Congress was highlighted as a key misunderstanding, showing the need for a clear understanding of how democracy operates in a competitive manner.