Sheikh Saud Al-Nufaysan Quotes
The term “democratic” is often used merely as a term of praise or ridicule among various political factions. One person or faction is described as either democratic or undemocratic, depending on whether its supporters or detractors are speaking.
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Sheikh Saud al-Nufaysan, Saudi Arabian Moslem Mufti Fatwa: “Democracy as a system of government”
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At the time the Republican party was a minor, third party and Douglas was disparaging that. While Douglas' general point has held true, the Republicans supplanted the Whigs as the second major party shortly thereafter.
The money comparison refers to Gresham's Law. See Thomas Gresham.