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Behind the glassed windows of their palaces,the absolute monarchs live well. They have all the pleasures which come with the control of their subjects, without the occasional democratic inconvenience of elections or separation of powers. In person, they can be quite charming. |
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The profusion of guards and autocrat's own regiments ensures that the status quo persists. For a cut of the taxes, the official state religion happily confirms the divine right of the ruler. |
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The doubters get treated to more direct measures of persuasion. Sometimes the opposition returns the favor with stiletto and poison. |
