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“Since outright slavery has been discredited, "democracy" is the only remaining rationale for state compulsion that most people will accept.” quote by Joseph Sobran
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“Since outright slavery has been discredited, "democracy" is the only remaining rationale for state compulsion that most people will accept.”

Joseph Sobran

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Source Essay: "The State and the Individual", 1990

When slavery is rejected, democracy becomes the sole justification for state authority, though it may mask coercion.

In simple terms: Democracy is used to legitimize state power.

Key Takeaway

Question the true motives behind state actions.

Themes

politics freedom authority

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy analysis
  • activism
  • education
  • legal reform

Key Concepts

social contract coercion ideology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives to state compulsion exist?
  • How can citizens ensure democracy remains genuine?
A Different Perspective

Democracy can be manipulated to conceal oppression.

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