As a U.S. citizen, I’ve never lived under a monarchy, (well, let’s set aside Metamucillini for the moment), therefore it’s difficult for me to understand the historical affection for these archaic conventions. So, from outside the nations that have continued their royalties, let me state this.
They all look like useless spoiled narcissists sponging off the backs of the people beneath them. And generally, that’s how they treat the people: as though they are beneath the royals. It’s hardly surprising behavior since many royals think they hold their positions because of divine right. I’m an atheist so to me that’s stupid and ridiculous but even for believers, it’s a mockery of free will.
While I know there are some exceptions, in general, these “families” lead pampered lives of non-productivity while living their high-flying lives at the expense of their “subjects” many of whom live impoverished lives.
And these royals are treated as though they were deities! Too often, their offspring are the worst offenders.
It has been refreshing to see Andrew getting punished and exiled from the British royal family but it’s only happened because he so grossly exposed the sordid underbelly of the lives of extreme privilege these mere mortals are able to sponge off their countries while doing little other than make public appearances and statements.
France handled their royals properly. It ended this nonsense in that great nation. Since that kind of barbarism should be behind us, countries that still have these silly figureheads should oust them and move into the modern era. The people require focused attention and resources, not a handful of cultural vampires.
Republicans like to crow that welfare recipients should “get a job.” All royals should follow that suggestion.
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