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History proves that all dictatorships, all authoritarian forms of government are transient. Only democratic systems are
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"History proves that all dictatorships, all authoritarian forms of government are transient. Only democratic systems are not transient. Whatever the shortcomings, mankind has not devised anything superior"

- Vladimir Putin

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This quote by Vladimir Putin talks to the power of democracy and its ability to stand the test of time. History has actually revealed that all dictatorships and authoritarian types of government are temporary, while democratic systems remain. Putin acknowledges that democracy is not best, however he believes that it is the very best kind of government that humanity has had the ability to develop. He is recommending that, regardless of its defects, democracy is the most reputable type of federal government and need to be accepted and safeguarded. This quote is a pointer that democracy is a valuable gift that must not be considered granted. It is a reminder that we need to continue to strive for a much better, more equitable society, which democracy is the very best method to attain this.

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Vladimir Putin This quote is written / told by Vladimir Putin somewhere between October 7, 1952 and today. He was a famous President from Russia. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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