Quotes About Democracy

Free thought, free speech and a free press.

The answer to subversion of democracy is more democracy, more freedom, more justice.

I take a grave view of the press. It is the weak slat under the bed of democracy

Which country is suffering from too much freedom of speech? Name it, is there one?

Freedom to publish means freedom for all and not for some. Freedom to publish is guaranteed by the constitution but freedom to continue to prevent others from publishing is not.

No free country has ever been without Parties, which are a natural offspring of freedom.

The spirit of democracy cannot be established in the midst of terrorism, whether governmental or popular.

The Internet is uncontrollable. And if the Internet is uncontrollable, freedom will win. It's as simple as that.

The wisest use of American strength is to advance freedom.

I think it is very important for any U.S. administration to be clear that America stands on the side of freedom and democracy and respect for individual rights.

We are in this business, whether it be intelligence or the government, to protect freedom, democracy and liberty, not to violate that.

Ultimately, freedom and democracy are stronger than fear and tyranny.

Evolution of democracy is not possible if we are not prepared to hear the other side.

We need a free media, not just freedom of speech.

Those wanting to improve democracy in their countries should not wait for permission.

Our ideals of freedom, set forth and realized in our Constitution, are our greatest export to the world.

I am not among those who fear the people. They, and not the rich, are our dependence for continued freedom.

The Greek people not only relate to the ancient traditions, they have fought, they have shed blood, until recently, to defend the values of democracy and freedom.

Democracy is always a beckoning goal, not a safe harbor. For freedom is an unremitting endeavor, never a final achievement.

Without democracy there is no freedom. Violence, no matter who is using it, is always reactionary.

As long as I have any choice in the matter, I shall live only in a country where civil liberty, tolerance and equality of all citizens before the law prevail.

If you have freedom of speech, you have freedom of speech.

I see it as my duty to take a stand for the Iraqi people, for democracy, freedom and reconciliation.

The Liberty Bell is "a very significant symbol for the entire democratic world."