As long as the differences and diversities of mankind exist, democracy must allow for compromise, for accommodation, and for the recognition of differences.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Democracy must accommodate differences and seek compromise to function.
- In plain terms
- Because people differ, democracy requires compromise and respect for diversity.
- What can you take from it?
- Democracy needs compromise to work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is compromise essential?
- How do you balance unity and diversity?
Another view
It may stall decisive action in urgent situations.
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