Collateral damage Quote by Sharan Burrow
“Democracy is becoming collateral damage in a world where global risks have been ignored or exacerbated by those with the power to act.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Labour Organization Conference, 2022
Global risks are eroding democratic values because powerful actors ignore or worsen them.
In simple terms: Democracy suffers when leaders ignore global threats.
Key Takeaway
Protect democracy by holding power accountable.
Themes
democracy
global risk
governance
accountability
political stability
Mood
concerned
urgent
reflective
Type
political
call to action
When to use this quote
- policy making
- activism
- citizen engagement
- environmental advocacy
Key Concepts
political theory
risk management
institutional decay
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens influence leaders on global risks?
- What reforms safeguard democracy against power abuse?
A Different Perspective
Democracy can still thrive with grassroots resilience and reform.
