There’s an apocryphal quote attributed to Fisher Ames, one of the first congressmen from Massachusetts. You can finddifferent versions of it out there, but the idea is this.
Monarchy is like a trim wooden sailing ship, with a captain delivering orders to officers who execute them without question. The vessel is a marvel, swiftly slicing the waves and turning with precision. But if it hits a rock, it sinks quickly.
Democracy is like a raft. It’s slow; it’s hard to maneuver, and your feet are always wet. But if it hits a rock, it stays afloat…