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“The political terms 'will' and 'popular will' have a long track record in Western history going back to Rousseau. That record is profoundly anti-democratic, essentially inviting elites to interpret what the common people believe and want. In litigious modern America, that would be a judicial elite telling us how we meant to vote or should have voted.”

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John Leo is an American writer known for his humorous and satirical style. Born on June 16, 1935, he has had a career as an editor and columnist in several media organizations. Leo is celebrated for his insightful observations on cultural, political, and social issues. more

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