Democracy Quote by Robert Reich
“If you give up on politics, you're giving up on democracy. And if you give up on democracy, you're basically saying to the moneyed interests, the powerful people and institutions of society, take it all. That's a self-fulfilling prophecy. Then we give up. Then we are 100 percent plutocracy.”
About This Quote
Abandoning political engagement cedes power to elites, turning democracy into plutocracy; civic participation is essential to prevent that shift.
In simple terms: Civic duty
Engage or lose democracy
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- voter turnout initiatives
- civic education
- activist campaigns
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms protect democracy from plutocracy?
- How can individuals counteract elite dominance?