The accursed power which stands on Privilege (And goes with Women, and Champagne, and Bridge) Broke- and Democracy resumed her reign: (Which goes with Bridge, and Women and Champagne).
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Democracy replaced an old elite system but now shares similar flaws and interests.
- In plain terms
- New democratic rule mirrors the old privileged system in behavior.
- What can you take from it?
- Change in power doesn't always mean change in values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does political change truly improve society?
- How can we prevent power from becoming self-serving?
Another view
This view oversimplifies the differences between democratic and elite governance.
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