Our country's founders cherished liberty, not democracy. [90]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ron Paul claims America's founders valued liberty over democracy.
- In plain terms
- He says the founders prioritized freedom more than majority rule.
- What can you take from it?
- Emphasize individual liberty in governance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- In what ways did the founders balance liberty and democracy?
- How can modern policy reflect that balance?
Another view
Democratic processes also protect liberty.
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