Democracy Enthusiast Mugs

"Isn't that the real genius of democracy?...The VOTERS are ultimately to blame."

'Excellent - it's unanimous!'

'I'm not so sure about this 'life, liberty and pursuit of happiness' bit. Whaddya say we look at some polling numbers first?'

'If the election were to be held today, what would be your excuse for not voting?'

'...and I think the public is ready for a candidate with the courage to admit he doesn't understand the issues!'

Criticism of Native Indian's Exclusion from Franchise

"Give me moderation or give me death!"

Speakers Corner: 'An ability to listen is fundamental to a more democratic society...'

President Barack Obama.

'You are polling very well with the highly motivated 18 to 26 year olds who never vote.'

Electile Dysfunction

"Remember: if you don't vote...you've got no grounds to complain about who gets elected."

'The only way to save democracy is to let me be an autocrat.'

'If the election was held today, would you be surprised?'

'You're thinking of standing for the local council? But would they stand for you?'

Democracy Wear - This Northern Hemisphere Summer

"So what if the First Amendment does go? We still have twenty-?ve more."

"Why don't you ever do any positive stories about government dysfunction?"

"The election was over months ago, Mr. Duffy - It's too LATE to change your vote."

"I'm going to strike this part about starting from scratch if the people don't like either candidate."

"I love democracy! But sometimes I think it involves too many people."

"Responsibility? Me? Don't be silly. I'm a politician!"

"What really hurts is not being able to vote in the European elections."

'I hate it when people vote with their feet'

'I'm not too happy with my ballot. Can I get a refund?'

People Power

How to Filibuster...

Dictatorship

'For the motion 3 votes, against the motion 1 vote.'

"Nobody 'heads up' this family - we work democratically."

'So what? -- I don't get to vote either, you know!'

He's Having A Hard Time Letting Go (Congress Perks).

"That's a truly fine gesture - putting up that sign for Trudeau - Mr. Poilievre!" "It's for Carney." "Goodbye, Prime Minister!"

Sign next to a road through a rural area that reads "Next Democrat 50 mi.".

"I'll give everybody freedom of nice speech."