A Study In Contrasts When doing Historical Research, keep the difference between now and then firmly in mind. Informed citizens should vote in every election.
Citizens can run for public office.
Candidates with moral or ethical flaws have reason to fear the media. Men of substance with good connections can run for office. Abusive spouses can be stopped if the victim has the will to do it. Then Father, oldest son, or brother determine what's best for the rest. Boys can sow their wild oats, their fathers often show the way.