Principle 6

Principle 6. A governance system based on a confederation of clans with a weak tribal center, rather than a federation of clans with a strong tribal center, provides the greatest likelihood of successful long-term family governance.

— from True North (Ethics, Integrity, Truth, Values)

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• Family & Parenting (Family/Parenting)
• Friends, Community & Society (Relationships/Community/Society)
• Decisions & Choices (Decision/Choice/Focus/Forethought/Consequences)

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