Chapter
The Role of Wealthy Coalitions in Politics
18:57 - 22:05 (03:07)
The podcast discusses how instead of political parties, Paraguay has wealthy coalitions that control the political landscape, with rich individuals taking care of their clients in exchange for political support, similar in concept to the electoral college system in the US.
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In the Roman political system, instead of political parties, wealthy individuals formed coalitions with their clients, providing them with basic necessities in exchange for their support.
18:57 - 21:14 (02:16)
Summary
In the Roman political system, instead of political parties, wealthy individuals formed coalitions with their clients, providing them with basic necessities in exchange for their support. This system worked by building a network of clients over the course of a wealthy individual's life.
ChapterThe Role of Wealthy Coalitions in Politics
EpisodePart One: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The local community may evolve into street gangs based on tribalism, with people murdering each other for control.
21:14 - 22:05 (00:51)
Summary
The local community may evolve into street gangs based on tribalism, with people murdering each other for control. This resembles the electoral college, with both relying on violent coercion rather than a democratic process.