Allow Quote by Michael Ignatieff
“Ultimate authority in a global system remains with sovereigns. Governments will not have it any other way: politicians face instant rejection from their electorate if they allow transnational authorities to dictate terms.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Global Governance, Michael Ignatieff, 2012
Nation‑states retain ultimate power; delegating authority to supranational bodies threatens democratic legitimacy.
In simple terms: Sovereigns keep power; global bodies risk democracy.
Protect national sovereignty.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- constitutional law
- citizen engagement
- media criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should nations cede any power to international institutions?
- How can democratic oversight be ensured?
May ignore benefits of coordinated global action.