Democracy Quote by C.S. Lewis
““Thus Tyrants could practice, in a sense, “democracy.” But now “democracy” can do the same work without any tyranny other than her own.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Abolition of Man, 1943
Democracy can become a new form of tyranny when it enforces its own will without restraint.
In simple terms: Democracy can be oppressive.
Guard against unchecked majority rule.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative bodies
- public policy
- media influence
- social movements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards prevent democracy from becoming tyrannical?
- Can democracy be both free and disciplined?
The statement assumes all democracies lack internal checks.