I always say the strength of democracy lies in criticism. If there is no criticism, that means there is no democracy. And if you want to grow, you must invite criticism. And I want to grow; I want to invite criticism.
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Democracy demands trust. It demands that sense of mutual understanding. And - it's a two way street. You've got to give - as much as you take.
So, two cheers for Democracy: one because it admits variety and two because it permits criticism.
In a democratic society, we politicians have to accept criticism, especially when it is founded.
Democracy is difficult and demanding. So is history. It can crack your voice; it can stir your soul; it can break your heart.
Democracy doesn't require a whole lot of work of its citizens, but it requires some: It requires taking a good look outside once in a while, and considering the bad news and what it might mean, and making the occasional tough choice, and soberly taking stock of what your real interests are.
Of course democracy is good, but it is a process, not a prescription.
In a democracy, you need to have a strong judicial system. You need freedom of speech, you need art, and you need a free press.
Democracy is something that you must learn each generation. It has to be taught.
Democracy is the theory that the common people know what they want, and deserve to get it good and hard.
Democracy consists of choosing your dictators, after they've told you what you think it is you want to hear.