The ship of Democracy, which has weathered all storms, may sink through the mutiny of those aboard.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Democracy survives external crises but can fail due to internal conflict or disunity.
- In plain terms
- Democracy survives outside storms but can fail from fighting within.
- What can you take from it?
- Unity is essential for the survival of democratic systems.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What causes internal mutiny in governments?
- How do you strengthen democratic unity?
Another view
External threats can also sink democracy if ignored.
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