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Queen Margrethe II is the first Danish monarch to abdicate in 900 years – but it is just a sign of the times

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Tags: denmark, royal families, glucksburg royals, margrethe ii, abdication, society, culture, religion, cultural heritage, identity.national, politics, author.darius von guttner sporzynski, source.the conversation
https://theconversation.com/queen-margrethe-ii-is-the-first-danish-monarch-to-abdicate-in-900-years-but-it-is-just-a-sign-of-the-times-220663

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Authors
Darius von Guttner Sporzynski
Published
Jan 10 2024
Word count
844 words

2 comments

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    Odysseus
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    Perhaps it's time nations began to transition away from unnecessary institutions that see the unelected inherit positions of great wealth and power for no other reason than the accident of their...

    This shift, while upending centuries-old traditions, suggests a more relatable and empathetic view of monarchy, aligning it closer with contemporary values of personal agency

    Perhaps it's time nations began to transition away from unnecessary institutions that see the unelected inherit positions of great wealth and power for no other reason than the accident of their birth.

    9 votes
    1. MrFahrenheit
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      Much more eloquently said that I'd have been able to manage. Nobody has the right to be royalty.

      Much more eloquently said that I'd have been able to manage. Nobody has the right to be royalty.

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