The main test of value of a political
system is whether the political system helps the majority---and not
just a minority---evolve upward toward more intelligence, beauty and
good character, on the path toward Godhood.
A republican form of government can do
this, but so can other forms of government. It is usually best to
prefer the government you have, mainly because slower conservative
change usually works better and does less harm than radical change.
We could use more scientists, and not
only lawyers, in government. Once the people decide where they want to
go, the direction can be enhanced by consulting with experts in the
field, which is needed in our increasingly complex world, as Raymond Cattell pointed out. National research centers in sociobiology,
economics etc. need to be supported by the public too. And it
wouldn't bother me a bit to see more requirements and qualifications
to vote, rather than fewer and fewer as we have been seeing.
Ultimately all social questions are
ethical ones, and therefore religious. All long-lasting cultures and
civilizations were founded in religions. After all, the sacred goal
of life is to evolve toward Godhood.
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