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We should not be surprised that democracy is imperfect even in Western countries.

We are all imperfect. We can not expect perfect government.

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

But democracy isn't a state of perfection. It has to be improved, and that means constant vigilance.

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

We have, essentially, a worthless democracy.

Our democracy must be not only the envy of the world but the engine of our own renewal. There is nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured by what is right with America.

We're not a democracy.

I know my country has not perfected itself. At times, we've struggled to keep the promise of liberty and equality for all of our people. We've made our share of mistakes, and there are times when our actions around the world have not lived up to our best intentions.

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