You would look in vain for any controversial statements made by Queen Elizabeth II during her lifetime. Sure, in the internet age, she, too, acquiesced to having a Twitter account, and a team of press people would post things on Instagram in her name. But they were all bland, uncontroversial -- and, frankly, dull.
In an age when everyone has an opinion -- when everyone in public life feels an urge to tell all and sundry about their grumbles, gripes, and grievances -- Queen Elizabeth II never did. That is exactly why she, and the monarchy, became a stabilising factor in a time of upheaval.
