Quote by Aldous Huxley

The survival of democracy depends on the ability of large numbers of people to make realistic choices in the light of adequate information.

The survival of democracy depends on the ability of large nu

Summary

This quote emphasizes the crucial role played by informed and rational decision-making in sustaining democracy. To ensure its survival, a functioning democratic society depends on its citizens possessing the necessary knowledge and understanding to make well-informed choices. Adequate information empowers individuals to assess different options objectively and critically, promoting the overall health and success of democratic institutions. By enabling people to make realistic choices, democracy can maintain its essential principles of equity, accountability, and representation, thus safeguarding its longevity.

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By Aldous Huxley

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