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The ship of democracy, which has weathered all storms, may sink through the mutiny of those on board
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"The ship of democracy, which has weathered all storms, may sink through the mutiny of those on board"

- Grover Cleveland

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This quote by Grover Cleveland is an alerting about the fragility of democracy. He is suggesting that democracy, which has actually been able to make it through numerous tough times, might be destroyed if those in power end up being corrupt and act versus the interests of the people. He is cautioning that if those in power become selfish and act against the will of the people, then democracy could be destroyed. This quote is a pointer that democracy is a fragile system and that it is important for those in power to act in the very best interests of the people. It is likewise a tip that democracy is just as strong as individuals who are in charge of it and that it is essential to ensure that those in power are acting in the best interests of individuals.

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Grover Cleveland This quote is written / told by Grover Cleveland between March 18, 1837 and June 24, 1908. He was a famous President from USA. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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