JeanJacques RousseauIf there were a nation of Gods, it would govern itself democratically. A government so perfect is not suited to men.
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The best government is one that governs with the consent of the governed. Democracy is the best type of government because it allows people to rule themselves instead of being ruled by others. If there were a nation of Gods, it would govern itself democratically. A government so perfect is not suited to men.
Source: The Social Contract
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