Quote by Louis L'Amour

To make democracy work, we must be a notion of participants, not simply observers. One who does not vote has no right to complain.


To make democracy work, we must be a notion of participants,

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of active participation in democracy. It suggests that democracy can only succeed if individuals engage as active participants rather than being mere spectators. By emphasizing the significance of voting, it implies that those who choose not to exercise this right forfeit their ability to voice complaints or criticisms about the outcome. In essence, the quote encourages citizens to exercise their democratic rights and take responsibility for shaping their society by actively participating in the democratic process.

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