Democracy Quote by John Simon
“Democracy encourages the majority to decide things about which the majority is ignorant.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Paradox of Democracy, 1975
Democracy lets the uninformed majority decide, exposing a flaw in collective decision‑making.
In simple terms: Majority may be ignorant.
Key Takeaway
Seek informed participation.
Themes
politics
democracy
ignorance
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
critical
When to use this quote
- voting reforms
- civic workshops
- media literacy
Key Concepts
civic education
public deliberation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve public knowledge?
- What safeguards protect against uninformed decisions?
A Different Perspective
Changing opinions may be slow and contentious.
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