Quote by Paul Tsongas

Two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers gave us a democracy. It was based upon the simple, yet noble, idea that government derives its validity from the consent of the governed.

Two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers gave us a democr

Summary

This quote highlights the origin and principle of democracy as established by the Founding Fathers of a nation, likely referring to the United States. It emphasizes the idea that a legitimate government is one that is authorized and supported by the people it governs. With this concept, the quote suggests that democracy is a fundamental system that trusts in the power of the population to grant authority and influence the decision-making processes of their nation.

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By Paul Tsongas

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