Quote by Dr. Eric Eustace Williams, Speec

Democracy, finally, rests on a higher power than Parliament. It rests on an informed and cultivated and alert public opinion. The Members of Parliament are only representatives of the citizens. They cannot represent apathy and indifference. They can play the part allotted to them only if they represent intelligence and public spiritness.http://www.nalis.gov.tt/Independence/IndepSpeech.htm

Democracy, finally, rests on a higher power than Parliament.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that democracy does not solely rely on the decisions made by elected officials in Parliament, but rather on the active engagement and informed opinions of the public. Members of Parliament are not merely placeholders, but representatives of the citizens, requiring them to accurately reflect the intelligence and public interest. Democracy thrives when the public is well-informed, cultured, and vigilant, as they form the foundation of an effective democratic system. Apathy and indifference have no place in democratic societies, highlighting the need for an engaged and responsible public in ensuring the success of a democratic government.

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By Dr. Eric Eustace Williams, Speec

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