David Frum Quotes

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

It's hard in all countries. Democracy is hard, but it's better than the alternatives.

The commands of democracy are as imperative as its privileges and opportunities are wide and generous. Its compulsion is upon us.

I am a firm believer in the importance of democracy, not only as the ultimate goal, but also as an essential part of the process.

Since James Madison day (and long before), there have been constant struggles over "democratic governance".

Democracy is far more than merely participating in free and fair elections for a new government. It is about playing by a set of rules, respecting those rules and accepting the result even when it may not be what one had hoped for.

Democracy requires that if you who don't like the outcome of elections you have to tolerate it and then pursue your interest the next time around.

Democracy is an objective. Democratization is a process. Democratization serves the cause of peace because it offers the possibility of justice and of progressive change without force.

Democracy is a gleaming Excalibur - let's not use it just to mend the toaster.

India has remained a full, functioning democracy.

Democracy is morose, and runs to anarchy.

One of the benefits of a properly functioning democracy is minority rights and majority rule.

I have great confidence in Taiwan's democracy.

Democracy is not a mere consequence, a certain stage in the development of society. It is the condition on which the survival of productive forces depends.

He who would save liberty must put his trust in democracy.

Democracy cannot breathe, indeed will die, if those enjoined to protect it and uphold the laws snuff it out - with no consequences.

A democracy is a compromise by its nature. It's not a dictatorship.

I have come to the conclusion that politics are too serious a matter to be left to the politicians.

I said when I came into office that I don't want to be a great leader; I want to be a good democrat.

Politics is a good thing!

Anyone who wants to be part of the political process should adopt values that are compatible with democracy.

The right of a minority is so important in a democracy.

Of course democracy is good, but it is a process, not a prescription.

Democracy is a process.

American democracy is at its best in its talent for the transfer for power.