“The strongest democracies flourish from frequent and lively debate, but they endure when people of every background and belief find a way to set aside smaller differences in service of a greater purpose.”
— Barack Obama
Simplified Meaning:
Strong democracies do well when people talk and discuss often, but they survive when everyone, no matter their differences, comes together to work for a bigger goal.
Related tags
Civic engagement Common ground Debate Democracy Diversity Inclusion Public discourse Tolerance UnityFEATURED QUOTES