Alternatives Quote by Anthony de Jasay
“... the smaller the domain where choices among alternatives are made collectively, the smaller will be the probability that any individual's preference gets overruled.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Economics of Freedom, Anthony de Jasay, 1975
In small decision‑making groups, individual preferences are less likely to be overridden, reducing the chance of any one person’s will being ignored.
In simple terms: Smaller groups protect individual choices.
Key Takeaway
Prefer smaller decision groups.
Themes
decision‑making
individual rights
group size
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family meetings
- local councils
- small teams
- community boards
Key Concepts
collective choice
probability of overrule
Questions to Reflect On
- Can small groups truly reflect all voices?
- How to balance efficiency and inclusivity?
A Different Perspective
Larger groups may still dominate despite size.
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