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Of course democracy is good, but it is a process, not a prescription.

I've always tried to explain democracy is not perfect. But it gives you a chance to shape your own destiny.

Democracy is too good to share with just anybody.

Democracy functions best when we have an active citizenry.

Democracy is an extraordinary adventure. It's difficult, full of daring and risk and danger. But it's the greatest gift we have.

Democracy is a device that insures we shall be governed no better than we deserve.

I believe in decentralized democracy.

I want to make democracy work not only for the rich and the well connected but for everyone.

Mr. Speaker, democracy works best when the American electorate is engaged and informed.

I always assume that democracy is the only good form of government, quite frankly, and democracy is always to be preferred.