Quote by Jimmy Carter

We can't equate democracy with Christianity because the largest democracy on earth is India, which is primarily Hindu. The third largest democracy is Indonesia, which is Islamic. Democracy and freedom are not dependent on Christian beliefs.

We can't equate democracy with Christianity because the larg

Summary

This quote highlights the fallacy of equating democracy with Christianity. It argues that the presence or absence of Christian beliefs does not determine the existence or success of democratic systems. The reference to India and Indonesia, two of the world's largest democracies with predominantly non-Christian populations, serves as evidence to support this point. The quote emphasizes the idea that democracy and freedom are principles that can transcend religious boundaries and are not reliant on any specific faith.

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By Jimmy Carter

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