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    7 days ago

    The ruling class isn’t a “civilian”, because they literally command armed forces.

    While not always called “armies”, their function is the same: Secure the interest of the capitalist class.

    Just like I wouldn’t call the POTUS a “civilian”, as the POTUS commands an armed force.