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“The eradication of the Muslim Brotherhood is nothing less than an abolition of democracy and a guarantee that Arabs will continue living under authoritarian and corrupt regimes.” quote by Jamal Khashoggi
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“The eradication of the Muslim Brotherhood is nothing less than an abolition of democracy and a guarantee that Arabs will continue living under authoritarian and corrupt regimes.”

Jamal Khashoggi

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Source Opinion Piece: The New York Times, 2018

Eliminating a political group is framed as protecting democracy, but it actually threatens democratic principles and may entrench authoritarian rule.

In simple terms: Removing a group threatens democracy and may enable authoritarianism.

Key Takeaway

Guard democratic institutions against overreach.

Themes

politics human rights authoritarianism

Mood

critical concerned

Type

analytical political

When to use this quote

  • policy analysis
  • human rights advocacy
  • journalism

Key Concepts

democracy civil liberties regional stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards protect democracy from such actions?
  • How can civil society respond to authoritarian threats?
A Different Perspective

The claim may oversimplify complex political dynamics.

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