We think of many historic rulers as autocrats, with rule based on heredity and the sword. Before the Age of Enlightenment, the main exceptions were the
There’s no question about it. If Senator Imee Marcos wants it, she’ll definitely get the Senate presidency. It’s hers for the asking. And her colleagues, in deference to the President, will make no issue out of it. On the other hand, Senator Imee may pass it up to avoid public censure. The…