--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: the democracy seems to have assumed the…" description: "\"“the democracy seems to have assumed the supreme power with perfect justice, since it had effected its own return by its own exertions.”\" — Anonymous" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/712/anonymous-1_justice_the-democracy-seems-to-have-assumed-the_2850115.jpg" --- # the democracy seems to have assumed the supreme power with… ![“the democracy seems to have assumed the supreme power with perfect justice, since it had effected its own return by its own exertions.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/712/anonymous-1_justice_the-democracy-seems-to-have-assumed-the_2850115.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/712/anonymous-1_justice_the-democracy-seems-to-have-assumed-the_2850115.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/712/anonymous-1_justice_the-democracy-seems-to-have-assumed-the_2850115.jpg) > ““the democracy seems to have assumed the supreme power with perfect justice, since it had effected its own return by its own exertions.”” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Democracy claims supreme justice by self‑regulation, yet its power stems from its own exertions. **In simple terms:** Democracy’s power relies on its own effort, not inherent justice. Key Takeaway Participate actively to uphold democratic justice. Themes democracy justice self‑governance power Mood critical thoughtful analytical Type philosophical political When to use this quote - elections - civic education - public policy debates - community forums Key Concepts political philosophy ethics social contract Questions to Reflect On - What actions ensure democracy serves justice? - How can citizens hold institutions accountable? 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