Believe Quote by Kofi Annan
“If citizens do not believe they can change their leaders through the ballot box, they will find other ways, even at the risk of destabilizing their countries.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2005
When people lose faith in peaceful electoral change, they may resort to unrest, threatening national stability.
In simple terms: Loss of electoral trust can lead to instability.
Key Takeaway
Strengthen democratic legitimacy.
Themes
politics
trust
stability
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- elections
- civil protests
- reform movements
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
social contract
political legitimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms can restore confidence in voting?
- How can societies protect stability while allowing dissent?
A Different Perspective
If institutions are already weak, people may still seek change despite risk.
