Democracy Quote by Chinua Achebe
“They have not always elected the best leaders, particularly after a long period in which they have not used this facility of free election. You tend to lose the habit.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1990
Frequent free elections can erode democratic habits, leading to poorer leader selection over time.
In simple terms: Neglecting elections weakens democracy.
Key Takeaway
Maintain active participation in voting.
Themes
democracy
political participation
leadership selection
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- local elections
- civic education
- community meetings
Key Concepts
civic fatigue
institutional decay
electoral complacency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies keep voting habits strong?
- What reforms sustain democratic engagement?
A Different Perspective
Voter apathy can be hard to reverse.
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