Action Quote by John Cornyn
“The spread of democracy, the new foundation of the rule of law, and the creation of fledgling representative governments that honor and respect human rights-together these actions spell out the increasing marginalization of the terrorists, as they have fewer and fewer places to run and hide.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate Floor, 2015
Democracy and rule of law marginalize terrorists by limiting safe havens.
In simple terms: Democracy pushes terrorists out.
Key Takeaway
Support democratic institutions.
Themes
democracy
law
terrorism
Mood
optimistic
serious
Type
political
policy
When to use this quote
- policy making
- international law
- civil liberties
Key Concepts
political science
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can democracies stay resilient?
- What safeguards protect human rights?
A Different Perspective
Authoritarian regimes may resist.
