You can reach further back into history for the demise of this “democracy” (actually, a democratic republic) to the direct election of senators.
I noticed that a congressman pointed out this week that many voters aren’t “invested” in America.
I don’t think property ownership and/or a voter test are in and of themselves outrageous ideas. There is no other aspect of society where “everyone is equal” EXCEPT for voting.
‘property’ always meant SLAVES in American parlance. i can find plenty wrong with that.