Citizens Quote by Mikhail Gorbachev
“It will not be enough to rely on experts. Ordinary citizens must become experts too. It will take public opinion on a wide scale to ensure that world leaders act.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Address, Mikhail Gorbachev, 1990
Citizens need to develop expertise and collective opinion to hold leaders accountable.
In simple terms: People must become knowledgeable and voice opinions.
Key Takeaway
Empower informed public participation.
Themes
civic engagement
responsibility
leadership
democracy
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- voting
- community forums
- grassroots activism
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
public opinion
expertise
accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can ordinary people acquire expertise?
- What mechanisms ensure their opinions influence leaders?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on experts can ignore diverse perspectives.
