Majority Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“In any great organization it is far, far safer to be wrong with the majority than to be right alone.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Industrial State, 1967
In large organizations, aligning with the majority protects you more than solitary correctness.
In simple terms: Being with the group is safer.
Key Takeaway
Seek consensus to reduce personal risk.
Themes
group dynamics
risk avoidance
organizational behavior
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- corporate governance
- team leadership
- policy development
Key Concepts
conformity
collective decision‑making
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you challenge the majority?
- How to balance conformity and dissent?
A Different Perspective
Blind conformity can stifle innovation.
