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[–] 1 point 10 months ago

An (absolute) monarchy is by definition an autocracy, and a monarch an autocrat. And we don't know whether he wants to rule as Shah or not based on his statements, because even if he did, it would be in his best interest to deny it and promise democratization. So again: trusting an autocrat at their word, especially if they are promising to bring you democracy if you just let them take the reigns first, is foolishly naïve.

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