Skip to content

Chose Quote by Ahmed Ali

“If we have only one that can govern, and we chose him... does that mean we're not democratic?” quote by Ahmed Ali
Download Open image
“If we have only one that can govern, and we chose him... does that mean we're not democratic?”

Ahmed Ali

About This Quote

Source Essay: “Democracy and Governance”, 2018

Having a single ruler raises questions about democratic legitimacy.

In simple terms: One ruler challenges democracy.

Key Takeaway

Question authority.

Themes

democracy leadership legitimacy

Mood

inquisitive serious

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • elections
  • public policy
  • civil society
  • authoritarian regimes

Key Concepts

political theory governance authority

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is a single leader ever democratic?
  • What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

Democracy can exist with limited choices.

4.4 out of 5 (5 ratings)

More by Ahmed Ali

Explore all 4 Ahmed Ali quotes

More Chose quotes

Browse all 504 Chose quotes