Able Quote by Pierre Trudeau

For democracy to function properly it requires accepting the absolute right of individuals and groups to campaign against decisions previously taken by majorities and…

— Dominic Grieve

In a democracy, society must recognize that the individual has rights which are guaranteed, and the individual must recognize that he has responsibilities which…

— Harry Woodburn Chase

The principle of democracy is all about delegation of power by the vast majority of citizens through a few chosen representatives chosen on merit…

— N. R. Narayana Murthy

In a democracy, the public has a right to know not only what the government decides, but why and by what process.

— Gerald R. Ford

The effect of a representative democracy is to refine and enlarge the public views, by passing them through the medium of a chosen body…

— James Madison

And they understand that to be an effective member of a democracy, you have to accept responsibility.

— Daniel Greenberg

Democracy means decision by those concerned.

— Carl Friedrich von Weizsacker

A vital democracy requires an informed electorate, civil discourse, and bold thinking.

— Jane O'Meara Sanders

If you want democracy, you have got to be prepared to accept the responsibilities of democracy. The people have to take part. They have…

— Aung San Suu Kyi

“Democracy requires accountability and consent of the governed, which is only possible if citizens know what is being done in their name.”

— Glenn Greenwald

Democracy is not just a question of having a vote. It consists of strengthening each citizen's possibility and capacity to participate in the deliberations…

— Fernando Henrique Cardoso

Among the responsibilities of each citizen in a participatory democracy is keeping ourselves sufficiently informed so that we can participate effectively, argue our positions…

— Ben Sasse