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Majority Quote by George Bernard Shaw

“The minorities are sometimes right. The majorities never.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“The minorities are sometimes right. The majorities never.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

Source Play: “Man and Superman”, 1903

Minorities may hold truth; majorities often err.

In simple terms: Minorities can be right.

Key Takeaway

Listen to dissenting voices.

Themes

truth minority majority

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • political debate
  • scientific consensus
  • cultural trends

Key Concepts

critical thinking social dynamics bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted a minority view?
  • How do you evaluate majority opinions?
A Different Perspective

Majorities can be correct, so balance is needed.

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