Liberals could not be less interested in democracy when it…
“Liberals could not be less interested in democracy when it came to taking out Saddam Hussein... Now a loyal American ally [Mubarak] comes under attack and they are burning for democracy.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Criticizes perceived hypocrisy of supporting democracy selectively, especially regarding foreign interventions.
In simple terms: Points out double standards in democracy advocacy.
Beware selective support for democracy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- policy debates
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is democracy a universal value or a political tool?
- How does selective support affect credibility?
Democracy cannot be championed when convenient.