The procedure we are pursuing is that of true democracy…
“The procedure we are pursuing is that of true democracy. Semi-democracy accepts the dictatorship of a majority in establishing its arbitrary, ergo, unnatural, laws. True democracy discovers by patient experiment and unanimous acknowledgement what the laws of nature or universe may be for the physical support and metaphysical satisfaction of the human intellect's function in universe.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True democracy is a patient, collective experiment that seeks laws aligned with natural order and human fulfillment, unlike majority rule that imposes arbitrary laws.
In simple terms: True democracy seeks natural, consensual laws.
Key Takeaway
Embrace inclusive, experimental governance.
Themes
democracy
consensus
natural law
human fulfillment
political philosophy
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community decision making
- educational reform
- social movements
Key Concepts
collective experimentation
unanimous acknowledgement
metaphysical satisfaction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies foster patient experimentation?
- What safeguards prevent majority tyranny?
A Different Perspective
Majority rule can still dominate despite intentions.