Le pire des Etats, c'est l'Etat populaire.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The worst state is a popular one.
- In plain terms
- A democracy can be the most problematic form of government.
- What can you take from it?
- Popular rule may lead to instability.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What safeguards can make popular governance healthier?
Another view
Popular states can also be the most representative and stable.
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