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Majority Quote by Henrik Ibsen

“The majority is always wrong; the minority is rarely right.” quote by Henrik Ibsen
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“The majority is always wrong; the minority is rarely right.”

Henrik Ibsen

About This Quote

Source Play: “An Enemy of the People” (1882)

The speaker suggests that majority opinion is often incorrect, while minority insight is seldom correct.

In simple terms: The majority is usually wrong; the minority rarely right.

Key Takeaway

Question consensus and value dissent.

Themes

society consensus minority opinion

Mood

skeptical thoughtful

Type

philosophical social

When to use this quote

  • public policy
  • community decisions
  • media narratives
  • organizational change

Key Concepts

critical thinking social dynamics truth seeking

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you trust the majority?
  • How can minority voices be validated?
A Different Perspective

Minority may lack sufficient evidence.

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