WHAT IS GOING FOR U.S. 244YRS DEMOCRACY: When its 1st constitution became inadequate, all the great men created from the 1765-1783 #AmericanRevolution were still alive. Her 2nd constitution was drafted by 55 finest minds, noblest characters that had ever emerged in the New World. 
Alexis De Tocqueville spoke extensively about this, in his book, "Democracy in America and Two Essays on America."
When you hear Americans refer to 'the founding fathers' whilst quoting the U.S. Constitution, they're referring to the Washingtons, Madisons, Hamiltons & Morrises.
When you hear Americans refer to 'the founding fathers' whilst quoting the U.S. Constitution, they're referring to the Washingtons, Madisons, Hamiltons & Morrises.
For Nigeria's emerging democracy & 60 years of Independence, sadly, there is no solid foundation for Greatness anytime soon.
Worst still, the quality of men & women at Nigeria's helm of affairs can never ever rescue her from its current state of decay & looming decomposition.
Worst still, the quality of men & women at Nigeria's helm of affairs can never ever rescue her from its current state of decay & looming decomposition.
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