Change Quote by David Mixner
“Change comes with both fear and some pain. Those two ingredients create mistrust, misunderstanding and misinformation. Such is the process of democracy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public commentary on democracy, unknown source
Democracy inevitably brings fear and pain, which breed mistrust and misinformation.
In simple terms: Fear and pain cause distrust in democracy.
Key Takeaway
Address fear and pain to strengthen democratic trust.
Themes
democracy
fear
pain
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- public policy
- media discourse
Key Concepts
political science
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can reduce fear in democratic processes?
- How can misinformation be countered?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring fear can deepen division.
