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But if this is so obvious, why is hardly anyone ever doubting that we are living in democracies?

I mean, If I were to go on the streets and ask people what political system we factually have, I guess 90% would say democracy, not oligarchy.

Is this some kind of "the emperor's new clothes" situation? People saying "politically correct" things despite knowing better?