About Quote by Peter Singer
“Even in non-democratic countries, people have a legitimate interest in knowing about actions taken by the government.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Ethics, 2005
Even in authoritarian regimes, citizens deserve access to information about governmental actions.
In simple terms: People need to know what governments do, even under dictators.
Advocate for transparency everywhere.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- activism
- policy analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can transparency be ensured under repression?
- What role do citizens play?
Access may be restricted, limiting effectiveness.