History has been used by politicians, special interest groups and others for propaganda throughout the ages. History is the most misunderstood subject and is used to manipulate people into war, harbor prejudices and continue practices that are not good for society.
Interesting... I as a Belgian don't feel the need for a president, but I would say the monarchy is dead here. The belgian king only has a ceremonial function anyway, but the King we have now is just a weak figure and boring as hell, and he has no power or influence or whatever.
For me Boudewijn I (Baudouin?), who died when I was a young teenager is the last king of belgium. He was a person of character and knew what he was doing. I don't see any king like him coming back soon, so I guess our monarchy may not be worth saving anyway...
Thank you for your comment Bram. Boring, however, can be a good thing. American Presidents tend to be colorful figures. Bill Clinton, George Bush, Barack Obama, all kept you entertained if nothing else.
Thank you very much for the kind mention.
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ReplyDeleteInteresting... I as a Belgian don't feel the need for a president, but I would say the monarchy is dead here. The belgian king only has a ceremonial function anyway, but the King we have now is just a weak figure and boring as hell, and he has no power or influence or whatever.
ReplyDeleteFor me Boudewijn I (Baudouin?), who died when I was a young teenager is the last king of belgium. He was a person of character and knew what he was doing. I don't see any king like him coming back soon, so I guess our monarchy may not be worth saving anyway...
Bram
Thank you for your comment Bram. Boring, however, can be a good thing. American Presidents tend to be colorful figures. Bill Clinton, George Bush, Barack Obama, all kept you entertained if nothing else.
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