Democracy Quote by Joost A. M. Meerloo
““Democracy is nonconformity; it is mutual loyalty, even when we have to attack one another's ideas - ideas, which, because they are always human, are always incomplete.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Democracy, Joost A. M. Meerloo, 1960
Democracy requires embracing diverse, imperfect ideas and staying loyal to each other despite disagreements.
In simple terms: Democracy thrives on varied, imperfect ideas and mutual loyalty.
Key Takeaway
Value diverse ideas and stay loyal.
Themes
democracy
nonconformity
loyalty
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- team collaboration
- social movements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
mutual respect
idea exchange
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain loyalty amid disagreement?
- Can nonconformity improve decision making?
A Different Perspective
Loyalty can be strained when ideas clash.
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