"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote." --Benjamin Franklin
Thinking about ethics and current events (Began 1 April 2008)
Thinking about ethics and current events (Began 1 April 2008)
Democracy is a form of government that takes into account all views -- even those of the minority; however, in a democracy, the majority rules.
ReplyDeleteLiberty in a democracy allows everyone to express an opinion and to be treated equally -- regardless of of one's race, ethnic background, religion, socioeconomic status, etc.
I agree, but liberty becomes a license to do evil in a society which lacks a moral compass.
ReplyDeleteLiberty must be accompanied by responsibility, in order to ensure that liberty does not overstep its bounds.
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