Reading about the world news today, one can't help but wonder that alot of the world's current issues are happening in so called "democratic" nations. It is then interesting to note how varied they are. Here's a few examples:

American Democracy
Probably the best kind. Two candidates, Democrats and Republicans, slug it out during election period. Occasionally using racist, religion or some other criticism of the other party. Election results may sometimes depend on Supreme Court decision.

Georgian Democracy
Pretend you're a seperate region from your parent nation. Then get your big daddy of a former communist super power to back that claim, along with his SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) buddies, all 5 of them (China, Kyrgyztan, Tajikstan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan) to support that too. Don't give a dang what the West is saying, nor what Georgia claims.

Thailand Democracy
Conduct a bloodless coup. Then try to get ousted Prime Minister to stand trial for corruption. Begin to storm and occupy Government House after his escape. Also call for the dissolvement of government.

Zimbabwean Democracy
Get rid of opposition. Run for election by yourself. Offer to share power with opposition because other African nations tell you to do so. Form government anyway when opposition doens't want to cooperate.

North Korean Democracy
The Great Leader is everywhere. Everywhere.

Singaporean Democracy
Go to court with your bankrupt opponent. Control nation with iron fist (which is slowly melting)

Malaysian Democracy (finally!)
Boast loudly that you'll reclaim opposition fortresses. Lose 3/4 majority in Parliament. Attempt to defame your opponent with fresh sodomy charges. Fail miserably.

And there you have it. Some notable examples of how the great system of democracy works in some countries. Must be so effective since there's so many flavours. Pick yours today.

Brought to you by,
Nicholas
Will no longer be the Bangsar Boy.

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