A Quote by Frank Lowy

Democracy needs to be nurtured and treated with care.

Frank Lowy

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Care Democracy Needs Nurtured Treated

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Frank Lowy
Australian - Businessman
Born: October 22, 1930

democracy ... is not something that occurs overnight. It is not a gift delivered on a golden tray. Democracy is a long process of fighting, challenging accepted ideas, and perpetually striving for freedom. Like a seed that has to be watered every day to become a flower, democracy needs constant attention and care.

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