Arab world Quote by Tom Segev
“If the region truly becomes democratic, an undemocratic bit of earth would remain here. It's hard to imagine that the world, especially the Arab world, would tolerate this.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Israel: A History, 2015
Democratic progress may leave pockets of undemocratic rule, especially in regions resistant to change, like parts of the Arab world.
In simple terms: Democracy can coexist with undemocratic areas.
Work to address undemocratic enclaves.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- civil society activism
- international diplomacy
- education programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies can promote democracy in resistant regions?
- How do cultural factors affect political change?
Changing entrenched systems is often slow and contested.