@thefinn @charliebrownau There are way too few cases of good kings in History, compared to the total amount. It's not easy to allow a peaceful transfer of power outside of the King's family, and Righteousness is not a taught trait, let alone inheritable.
Universal suffrage is still a fucking mistake, but I don't see Monarchy as an upgrade or even side-grade.
@thefinn Yeah, it a Damocles sword hovering above you.
Modern society gave all women a gun to shoot their partner with, and that comes with no strings attached. At least in a patriarchal society the man may have the leverage to be a piece of shit but it's rapidly rooted out if the community finds out you're an abuser. Authority was never detached from the responsibility of taking care of her.
Feminism removed Authority from the man, and endorsed Tyranny.
@thefinn It's much easier to just get the graces of your wife's father. Having to please the woman constantly over the duration of marriage is an endless endeavor that'll eventually end in divorce and the loss of your property and identity if kids are involved.