Quote by Bob Dylan

Democracy don't rule the world, you better get that in your head; this world is ruled by violence, but I guess that's better left unsaid.

Democracy don't rule the world, you better get that in your

Summary

This quote suggests that despite ideals of democracy, the world is ultimately governed through violence rather than through fair and equal representation. The speaker implies that this reality is often ignored or deliberately hidden. It implies a cynical view of politics and world affairs, suggesting that power and control ultimately come through the use of force rather than through democratic processes.

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Democracy

By Bob Dylan

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