Any Quote by Michael Leunig
“Democracy just isn't working any more; without sanity at its heart, it is becoming a most unique and fiendish tyranny.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Future of Democracy, Michael Leunig, 2019
When rationality disappears from governance, democracy can devolve into oppressive rule masquerading as freedom.
In simple terms: Loss of reason leads to tyrannical outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Guard reason in public discourse.
Themes
democracy
tyranny
reason
politics
Mood
cautious
critical
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- elections
- public policy debates
- media analysis
- civic education
Key Concepts
social contract
political legitimacy
collective sanity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect rational discourse?
- What safeguards prevent tyranny?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot prevent power abuse; structures also matter.
