It is through increased confidence and conviction, rather than bland tolerance, that democratic societies can counter the appeal of fanatical causes and their charismatic leaders. Only renewed commitment to the idea of democracy can address the widespread disaffection and disengagement plaguing Western societies, of which the Islamic State jihadis are just the most disturbing and dangerous symptom.
是日益增加的信心和确信，而不是平淡无奇的宽容，让民主社会能够对抗狂热因子及其美丽超凡的领袖的召唤。只有重新致力于民主思想能够扭转正在破坏西方社会的普遍的不满和脱离。伊斯兰国圣战者只不过是西方社会最麻烦、最危险的症候。