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EPISODE · Nov 10, 2025 · 10 MIN

Why some politicians want us to feel 'ripped off'

from Quick Smart · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Democracy dates back to the ancient Greeks and is meant to give us a say on who’s in charge. But lately, some democratically elected leaders are acting more like kings than politicians. So, does democracy still work? And how do we stop “undemocratic” forces from manipulating us?

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