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How long on average do authoritarian countries last?

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  • 3 days ago
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    Keep in mind that Egypt was ruled by authoritarian dynasties for thousands of years.  China too.

  • cora
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    3 days ago

    A long time.

    On the other hand, libertarian countries fail very quickly. 

    Look at Rome. They thrived when they were authoritarian. Once they started getting liberal and loose, they died.

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