Democracy Quote by Bryan Caplan
“In a modern democracy, not only can a libertarian be elitist; a libertarian has to be elitist. To be a libertarian in a modern democracy is to say that nearly 300 million Americans are wrong, and a handful of nay-sayers are right.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Myth of the Rational Voter" (2007)
Libertarianism in democracy demands elite insight, implying most citizens err while a few are correct.
In simple terms: Libertarians must be elite to challenge the majority.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate critical thinking and elite expertise.
Themes
politics
elitism
libertarianism
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- political campaigning
- public debates
Key Concepts
rational choice
public opinion
minority influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines elite expertise in democracy?
- How can libertarians engage the majority constructively?
A Different Perspective
Risk of alienating the broader public.
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