I mean, take USA for example, is it even the same country after each amendment? After a Civil War? Civil Rights Movement? Landmark Court Rullings?

One could argue that Modern America began in 1965, with the passing of the Civil Rights Act. Or in 2001 when the Patriot Act was passed. Or in 2009 with Citizens United Court Ruling. Or in January 2017 when… you know. Or in January 2025.

When did the country really start?

  • remon@ani.social
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    5 hours ago

    I mean, take USA for example, is it even the same country after each amendment? After a Civil War? Civil Rights Movement? Landmark Court Rullings?

    Yes, I’d say it’s very much the same country after any of those.

    When did the country really start?

    Somewhere between the country declaring itself as such (or declaring independence) and being recognised by others.