Democracy Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“A Republic, if you can keep it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: "A Republic, if you can keep it" attributed to Franklin, 1755
Warns that a republic requires active citizen vigilance to survive.
In simple terms: Democracy needs engaged people to last.
Key Takeaway
Participate in civic duties.
Themes
citizenship
politics
responsibility
Mood
inspirational
cautionary
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting
- community organizing
- public debate
Key Concepts
republicanism
civic duty
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions keep a republic healthy?
- How do you stay informed about governance?
A Different Perspective
Complacency erodes freedoms.
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