Quotes about democracy
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George Bernard Shaw1856–1950Maxims for Revolutionists (1903), #17Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve.
An open society is always in danger. It must constantly reaffirm its principles in order to survive.
George Sorosborn 1930Speech at the National Press Club (2004)The great thing about democracy is that it gives every voter a chance to do something stupid.
Adlai Stevenson II1900–1965Speech to the Los Angeles Town Club, Los Angeles, California (11 September 1952); Speeches of Adlai Stevenson (1952), p. 31- Adlai Stevenson II1900–1965Speech in New York City (28 August 1952)
Tom Stoppard1937–2025Jumpers (1972), Act I
Leo Strauss1899–1973Liberalism: Ancient and Modern (1968), “What is liberal education,” pp. 4-5- Leo Strauss1899–1973Liberalism: Ancient and Modern (1968), “What is liberal education,” pp. 4-5
Andrew Sullivanborn 1963“America Has Never Been So Ripe for Tyranny” in New York Magazine (2 May 2016)I no longer believe that freedom and democracy are compatible.
Peter Thielborn 1967In an article published by Cato Unbound (April 13, 2009)
