We are sensible of the duty and expediency of submitting…
“We are sensible of the duty and expediency of submitting our opinions to the will of the majority, and can wait with patience till they get right if they happen to be at any time wrong.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Majority rule requires patience; we must accept occasional errors.
In simple terms: Majority may be wrong; patience needed.
Key Takeaway
Respect democratic process despite flaws.
Themes
democracy
patience
majority rule
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting
- public policy
- civic engagement
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance majority will and minority rights?
- When should dissent be voiced?
A Different Perspective
Majority can suppress minority rights.