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Learn This Political Term: Praetorian State
January 29, 2011 · Mustapha Hamoui
Praetorian states usually govern societies that are so deeply polarized, such as along sectional lines, that deeply unpopular politicians can remain in office, obstructing reforms. Revolutionary disgust with the civil order, and a general contempt for society, have become endemic. Praetorian states are typically not quite dictatorial; frequently they have multi-party politics. However, parliamentary politics has become an object of universal derision since nothing can be accomplished.
I’m sure there’s a Praetorian state I know. I just can’t get my finger on it..