Democracy Quote by B. W. Powe
“The corporatist-economic model of society appears to be governing us. Economists, often in the pay of transnationals, are deciding, for us, what democracy is, and will be.”
About This Quote
The statement suggests that economic elites manipulate democratic processes, shaping the definition of democracy to serve corporate interests.
In simple terms: Powerful economic groups influence how democracy is defined and practiced.
Beware of corporate influence on governance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- voting behavior
- campaign financing
- legislative lobbying
- media framing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can protect democratic decision‑making from undue corporate sway?
- How do citizens hold transnational economic actors accountable?
The claim may oversimplify complex interactions between markets and democratic institutions.