Built Quote by Henry Ward Beecher
“Our government is built upon the vote. But votes that are purchasable are quicksands, and a government built on them stands upon corruption and revolution.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Corruption of Moneyed Votes, 1869
When votes are bought, government rests on instability, leading to corruption and revolt.
In simple terms: Bought votes cause corrupt, unstable government.
Key Takeaway
Guard electoral integrity to prevent unrest.
Themes
politics
corruption
democracy
Mood
serious
urgent
Type
political
advice
When to use this quote
- campaign finance reform
- civic education
- transparent voting systems
Key Concepts
electoral ethics
social stability
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can protect voting?
- How does money influence policy decisions?
A Different Perspective
Changing entrenched systems is difficult.
