Quote by Tom Stoppard

It's not the voting that's democracy, it's the counting.

It's not the voting that's democracy, it's the counting.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to American journalist Tom Stoppard, highlights a fundamental aspect of democracy. While the act of voting is an essential part of a democratic system, it is the accurate counting and transparent tallying of votes that truly ensures the integrity and fairness of the process. This emphasizes the importance of reliable and impartial systems for counting and reporting election results, as they play a crucial role in upholding the principles of democracy and giving the people confidence in the outcome of their collective choices.

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