We have much to thank the ancient Greeks and Romans
for - the concept and practice of
Democracy is an outstanding example, lasting as it has for many centuries.
Churchill allegedly claimed it to be ‘the least worst
form of governance’ and a quick review of other forms of governance confirms his assertion.
Nonetheless like all great Western ideas it has been
subject to abuse and along with its many strengths, has weaknesses. Perhaps the
most common weakness is the practice of hopeful candidates for election
enticing voters with extravagant promises that they neither can nor have any intention of fulfilling.
