Democracy Quote by D.H. Lawrence
““But a democracy is bound in the end to be obscene, for it is composed of myriad disunited fragments, each fragment assuming to itself a false wholeness, a false individuality. Modern democracy is made up of millions of frictional parts all asserting their own wholeness.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Democracy of the Future” published 1925
Democracy consists of many fragmented parts that falsely claim unity, leading to inherent absurdity.
In simple terms: Democracy is made of many false wholes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address fragmentation in governance.
Themes
politics
society
fragmentation
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debates
- community meetings
- policy making
Key Concepts
collective identity
false wholeness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies foster genuine unity?
- What mechanisms reduce false individualism?
A Different Perspective
Fragmentation can hinder decisive action.
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