Democracy Quote by John Ratcliffe
“The People's Republic of China poses the greatest threat to America today, and the greatest threat to democracy and freedom world-wide since World War II.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: House Foreign Affairs Committee, 2020
Asserts that China is the most significant current threat to U.S. security and global democracy.
In simple terms: China is a major danger to freedom worldwide.
Recognize and address strategic challenges.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- defense planning
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How should the U.S. respond to this threat?
- What are the risks of framing China as the singular danger?
Complex issue; oversimplify; other threats exist.