Community Quote by Murray Rothbard
“The majority is not society, is not everyone. Majority coercion over the minority is still coercion.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Ethics of Liberty", 1973
Coercion, even by a majority, remains oppression of the minority.
In simple terms: Majority power can still be oppressive.
Key Takeaway
Guard minority rights against majority rule.
Themes
politics
rights
minority
coercion
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legislation
- public policy
- social movements
Key Concepts
libertarianism
ethical theory
Questions to Reflect On
- When does majority rule become justified?
- How to balance majority will with minority protection?
A Different Perspective
Majorities may act unintentionally, not maliciously.
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