That&#x27;s a diabolically well-constructed argument. Anyone paying attention to social media knows that the kind of overt racism you refer to lies just below the surface, and bubbles up readily when given the opportunity.<p>Still, you are overstating the impact of &quot;the will of the people.&quot; We live in a well-managed system where &quot;representation&quot; is mostly bought, then legitimized by voting among two bought choices.