Ancient greek Quote by Ben Carson
““Several times the ancient Greeks attempted to utilize democratic mass participation in governing their city-states, but each time it resulted in tyranny. As the population expands, a democracy becomes increasingly inefficient and rowdy.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 2015
Democratic participation can lead to tyranny as populations grow, causing inefficiency.
In simple terms: Large democracies risk disorder.
Key Takeaway
Balance participation with effective governance.
Themes
politics
democracy
governance
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
critical
When to use this quote
- national elections
- community meetings
- policy debates
Key Concepts
social contract
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can large societies maintain order without tyranny?
- What mechanisms improve democratic efficiency?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate benefits of broad participation.
