"The purpose cannot be creating self-styled democracies, but rather encouraging steps that are conducive to establishing democratic rule at universal standards. Obviously, this would be a formidable journey"
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan
About this Quote
This quote by Recep Tayyip Erdogan talks with the importance of developing autonomous guideline at global requirements. He is emphasizing that the objective of developing so-called democracies ought to not be the best goal, yet instead a tipping stone in the direction of a much more universal criterion of democracy. He acknowledges that this is an awesome journey, one that will certainly require dedication and also effort. He is suggesting that the best objective should be to develop a democracy that is accepted as well as appreciated by all, no matter cultural or political differences. This quote talks to the significance of creating a democracy that is fair as well as simply, which is based upon universal standards. It is a reminder that the trip in the direction of a much more perfect democracy is a long as well as tough one, yet one that deserves the initiative.
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