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There cannot be true democracy unless all citizens are able to participate fully in the lives of their country.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True democracy requires full participation from all citizens.
This quote emphasizes the importance of active and equitable participation of all citizens in a democracy. It suggests that for democracy to be genuine and functional, individuals must not only have the right to vote but also engage in the political, social, and cultural aspects of their country's life.
Themes
DemocracyParticipationCitizensPoliticsEngagement
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about civic responsibility, one might quote this to stress the importance of voting.
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