He understands it. And I actually believe he believes what he says. He just doesn't understand the hypocrisy. There is a final block that doesn't get thru to some people. Some completely get Anarchy, and then other's just have difficulty. It's like #bitcoin, it takes a little while to finally get that final 'aha' moment.
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The old system can't be changed from within anymore. It needs to be changed by the people. Externally. Any elected official will just be co opted, threatened into submission or killed.
Once they start going after people on their doorsteps maybe the people will stop relying on their votes.