TED Conversations

Juan Donado

High School Student,

This conversation is closed. Start a new conversation
or join one »

Are constitutional monarchies still relevant in the 21st century?

In countries like UK or Spain, where monarchies have no longer real power, what is their role in the XXI century? Should they be abolished? Or are they really important in preserving the country's customs, political unity and representation abroad?

0
Share:

Showing single comment thread. View the full conversation.

  • thumb

    edward long 100+

    • 0
    Aug 6 2012: It is none of my business if some nation wants to have a king or queen.
    • thumb

      Debra Smith 200+

      • +1
      Aug 6 2012: As a Canadian, I have a different view. Everything that happens in the USA affects my life one way or another and thus I feel it is my business. Do you feel that persons of other nationalities have no right to comment on what happens in your country? If so, I am sorry but I do not see it that way and I am sorry too to have appeared an interloper.
      I would welcome any opinon of any informed person whose intent was to help me and my nation.
      • thumb

        edward long 100+

        • +1
        Aug 6 2012: I firmly believe anyone, anywhere has a right to comment about what happens in my country. Mr. Donado's question asks my opinion regarding the relevance of constitutional monarchies in this day and age. And, more specifically, he asks if I think they should be "abolished". As one vehemently opposed to the concept of One World government, a la U.N., I truly believe it is none of my business to advocate for the abolishment of any free nation's form of government. I do welcome informed, helpful opinions intended for the sorely needed betterment of my nation (USA). Thanks Ms. Smith for your passion and love for Canada.
        • thumb

          Debra Smith 200+

          • 0
          Aug 6 2012: Great response as always Edward!
          Ps I love the UN but you guessed that already!

        • Juan Donado

          • 0
          Aug 6 2012: Great answer Mr. Long. The debate is exactly about this. Hearing different points of view on a controversial issue. Thank you for your comment.
        • thumb

          David Hamilton 50+

          • +1
          Aug 7 2012: I still think they should be abolished... because, honestly... I'm a bit childish. I think if I were to try to maintain an air of objectivity however, I would enjoy your answer more than mine.

Showing single comment thread. View the full conversation.