Man's capacity for justice makes democracy possible, but man's inclination to injustice makes democracy necessary.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Democracy rests upon two pillars: one, the principle that all men are equally entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; and the other, the conviction that such equal opportunity will most advance civilization.
Democracy arises out of the notion that those who are equal in any respect are equal in all respects; because men are equally free, they claim to be absolutely equal.
Our democracy is dependent on people who passionately cherish the ideals of a democracy. Every man is created equal with an inalienable right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It's a wonderful idea, and it takes people who cherish that idea to be actively involved in the process.
In this possibly terminal phase of human existence, democracy and freedom are more than just ideals to be valued - they may be essential to survival.
Democracy not only requires equality but also an unshakable conviction in the value of each person, who is then equal.
Democracy is the process by which people choose the man who'll get the blame.
Democracy is a process by which people are free to choose the man who will get the blame.
Democracy gives every man the right to be his own oppressor.
The primal principle of democracy is the worth and dignity of the individual.
Democracy is the form of government that gives every man the right to be his own oppressor.
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