gourimoko
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I don't disagree with your big three of defense, preservation or deterrent. I just thought you really emphasized the tyranny bit.
As for rebellion, I don't think the scenario is realistic. How popular would the rebellion be and why wouldn't such a large portion of the electorate be unable to influence policy? I'd be interested in your hypothetical because the rebellion would have to be huge for it to last very long against the military. The technological gap in the arms available to either side is too wide at present.
The numbers you suggest would be more indicative of a civil war.
I actually removed the bolded from my post as it was getting too long, but this is exactly what I'm referring to, rather than a simple insurrection.