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[–] CarlMarks@lemmygrad.ml 8 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

Consent of the governed exists basically nowhere, including so-called liberal democracies. There is no "do you consent to this government?" question that results in a major change if you or even a majority say no. All are subject to an oppressive state, the only question re: consent is whether you want that state organized for or against the ruling class.