Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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Democracy passes into despotism.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Democracy can lead to authoritarianism if not carefully maintained.
This quote by Plato suggests that democracy, while a desirable form of governance, can deteriorate into despotism if the principles and processes that support it are neglected. It highlights the fragility of democratic systems and the need for vigilance to protect the freedoms and rights of individuals.
Themes
DemocracyDespotismGovernmentFreedomVigilance
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on political philosophy, one might use this quote to discuss the vulnerabilities of democratic systems.
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