Great thread. I am a republican who considers QEII a living anachronism and believes the French had the right idea on what to do with monarchs.
The death of QEII will be the most significant event for many lives in the former British Empire. Counties throughout the commonwealth will need to make a tough decision on pulling an India/Ireland/South Africa and breaking ties with the monarchy, or keep the status quo and start printing money with Charles on it.
There will likely be a second republic referendum in Australia which should succeed this time due to republicans learning their lessons and no longer having a popular queen around. I also see republic support growing in Canada but am not sure Canada would ever become a republic because it is too hard to change the constitution. At least Canada has a beautiful flag with no Union Jack on it though.
Also as far as a new system of government goes I like the Irish model. The president is elected by popular vote to a mostly ceremonial position.
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