There have been many calls on social media for the abolishment of the monarchy, one day after the death of Queen Elizabeth II (the longest reigning monarch in the UK), Trending hashtags include #NotMyKing and #AbolishTheMonarchy. A variety of memes and images have also been shared in support.

Some people were less generous than others.

You can ask yourself if this is the best time for the discussion. If not, when would be the best time to have this discussion?

Dr. Dane Kennedy is an Elmer Louis Kayser Professor Emeritus in History and International Affairs at George Washington University. “You get the same type of response that you receive about gun control after a mass shooting,” Kennedy said.

Kennedy said, “My answer is that it’s a legitimate moment to ask the future monarchy.” “Republican/anti-royalist sentiments have existed for a very long time, but they wax and wane. These sentiments are now waxing slightly more. Charles III, his mother Queen Elizabeth II wasn’t as warm and fuzzy as he was.

You could also argue that the monarchy was maintained because of Queen Elizabeth II. The desire to abolish it now could only grow with her death. But, it was not immediately thought about what might happen if the monarchy were abolished.

“The British have a monarchy that is extremely important. It gives a strong sense of self and plays an important part in tourism,” Dr. Carole Levin (Willa Cather Emerita professor of historical history at the University of Nebraska) said.

Levin does not see the abolishment of monarchy happening despite calls on social media for it to. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean there won’t be changes.

She added that Charles has to demonstrate that he can save money and recognize the difficulties people face. This could be a reduction in the number of people on the payroll.

Tourism is a must, however.

Levin stated that the Royals have a significant role in Britain. It isn’t only London. Windsor, Scotland, and all over the country play important roles. “The British monarchy was important historically, but it is still very significant today.”

End of the Commonwealth

Social media has been discussing what Queen Elizabeth II’s death will mean for the Commonwealth of Nations (the political organization of 56 countries). Some on social media have suggested the organization should also be axed – while others have called for keeping the monarchy in place as a way to maintain the Commonwealth.

Kennedy said that ending the monarchy doesn’t mean end to the Commonwealth. He said, “You can still be a Commonwealth member and be a republic.” “India is a republic and doesn’t acknowledge Queen Elizabeth II – or now …read more

Source:: Social Media Explorer

Author: Aaron