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Democracy Quote by David Lidington

“Trust in the ability of people to make decisions about their own future is a fundamental tenet of democracy.” quote by David Lidington
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“Trust in the ability of people to make decisions about their own future is a fundamental tenet of democracy.”

David Lidington

About This Quote

Source Speech: Parliamentary debate, United Kingdom, 2015

Democracy rests on trusting citizens to shape their own futures, a core principle of self‑governance.

In simple terms: Democracy needs trust in people's choices.

Key Takeaway

Respect and empower individual decision‑making.

Themes

democracy trust self‑governance citizen rights

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • voting
  • community planning
  • policy making
  • education on civic duties

Key Concepts

political theory social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions foster genuine trust?
  • What safeguards protect against paternalism?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be eroded by misinformation or elite manipulation.

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