# Quote — Elizabeth May, Losing Confidence

> Of all the deteriorating aspects of Canadian democracy, the lack of concern over the ability of the national police force to interfere in elections is the one that most suggests Third World politics.

- Author: [Elizabeth May](https://www.leafyquotes.com/elizabeth-may.md)
- Book: [Losing Confidence](https://www.leafyquotes.com/elizabeth-may/losing-confidence.md)
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