[Antoninus]

Actually, Mr. Voris isn't far off the mark. A benevolent monarchy is superior to a dysfunctional republic. The problem with a monarchy is, once instituted, it can become malevolent really quickly and the only way to fix it is a revolution.

But before you call this guy a nut, ask yourself this question: Is our republic currently functional or not?

[Sherman Logan]

It is logically obvious that the most beneficial form of government is a competent benevolent absolute dictatorship or monarchy.

The problem is that your good monarch eventually dies, and regression to the mean implies whoever succeeds him will not be as benevolent or competent.

Balance of power republics are set up to provide reasonably decent government with even bad men in charge. Good government from an absolute dictator or monarch requires the rulers to be unusually good men.

Good luck with that.