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Selective Democracy: How the Roman Senate Only Supported the Republic When It Suited Them

Selective Democracy: The Roman Senate's Strategic Facade The Roman Senate famously cast itself as the unwavering guardian of democracy, a pillar of the Republic. However, beneath this facade lies a complex truth: their support for democratic ideals was often conditional, tailored to serve their own interests. Was their commitment to the Republic sincere, or merely a strategic illusion? Delve into the Senate's selective embrace of democracy and uncover the motives that shaped their actions. Chapters: 00:00:00 The Senate's Image 00:00:52 The Oligarchic Reality 00:01:22 Systemic Issues in Rome 00:01:32 Rise of Reformers 00:01:52 The Senate's Resistance 00:02:28 Caesar's Popularity 00:03:19 Crossing the Rubicon 00:03:53 Assassination and Aftermath 00:04:43 The End of the Republic 00:05:16 Lessons from the Senate 00:05:42 Cautionary Tale 00:06:03 Conclusion