Quote by Christopher Hitchens

But Portugal had broken the mainspring for me, because it had caused me to understand that I thought democracy and pluralism were good things in themselves, and ends in themselves at that, rather than means to another end.

But Portugal had broken the mainspring for me, because it ha

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This quote reflects the realization that the experience in Portugal brought about a profound change in the speaker's perspective on democracy and pluralism. It highlights that they previously considered these concepts to be inherently valuable, independent of any further goal, but now realize that they are merely tools or means to achieve another purpose. Portugal's influence shattered their idealistic view, prompting them to recognize the instrumental nature of democracy and pluralism in serving a greater objective or outcome.

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