If you look beyond some of the bad habits of the people around you, you are sure to find a saint or two. Don't be troubled by their bad habits. We'll remove those after they're gone. A word is a sword pulled from its s. They deny the truths which challenge their character and regret it when it's too late.
Freedom is the raw material of democracy.
But it no more guarantees democracy than grain in the field guarantees bread on the table. Children are born with an inclination to question, experiment and learn. The school system shows an impressive capacity to eliminate this childish behavior. They sell their wings to belong to the flock. Your appearance hints of who you are.