Democracy Quote by Barney Frank
“Excessive partisanship is the problem. There has never been a democracy in the history of the world in a polity of any size where you didn't have political parties. Even sometimes over the objections of the people who started it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional hearing, 2005
Parties are inevitable in large societies; they structure debate but can also polarize.
In simple terms: Political parties are natural but can cause division.
Key Takeaway
Recognize party limits.
Themes
politics
democracy
polarization
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- legislative negotiations
- public discourse
Key Concepts
political theory
social organization
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a democracy function without parties?
- How can parties stay constructive?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on parties can stifle independent thinking.
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