America Quote by George Soros
“We in the United States are very often - since we are a democracy and we have national interests, we've often made the mistake that a democracy has to adopt America's interests, and that is a contradiction because a democracy basically is people deciding what their interests are.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2015
Democracy should reflect the people's own interests, not be forced to align with a single nation's agenda, which creates tension.
In simple terms: Democracy must follow its people's interests, not a foreign agenda.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize genuine public consensus.
Themes
democracy
sovereignty
national interest
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- international relations
- citizen engagement
- media narratives
Key Concepts
self‑determination
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies safeguard against external agenda dominance?
- What mechanisms ensure true popular will?
A Different Perspective
National interests can still influence democratic choices through economic ties.
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