When you have democracy, when you allow free debate, you get rid of fanaticism.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Democracy and free debate reduce extreme views by allowing open exchange of ideas.
- In plain terms
- Let people talk freely and fanaticism will fade away.
- What can you take from it?
- Open dialogue is a cure for extremism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does open debate always reduce conflict?
- How do you foster free discussion?
Another view
Free debate alone may not stop deep-rooted hatred.
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