My mission is to lead the country out of a bad situation of corruption, depression and slavery. After I rid the country of these vices, I will then organize and supervise a general election of a genuinely democratic civilian government.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He claims to fix corruption and slavery before holding elections.
- In plain terms
- He promises to fix problems then hold elections.
- What can you take from it?
- Leaders promise reform before elections.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do leaders keep reform promises?
- What ensures fair elections?
Another view
He never held the promised elections.
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