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" but more enlightened nations opt for parliamentary systems or pure/ direct democracies."

Direct democracy is not necessarily better, because it concentrates power and priorities to the most populous regions which leaves less populated areas with little say or influence. Then the regions with low populations will question whether it's beneficial to be a member of such a Federation, because their concerns and issues are being neglected. This increases the chance of a breakup of a Federation. Direct democracy also makes populist movements more likely.

"and Alliance is essentially space EU."

The Alliance is a confederation with some EU themes. The Alliance doesn't have a strong central government. The Assembly lacks law making powers. So most power remains with the member star systems to determine their own social and economic policies. This safeguards the interests and autonomy of each member system and prevents corruption via concentration of power in a few elite politicians.