America Quote by Thomas Jefferson
“We in America do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to James Madison, 1787
Power resides with those who engage in civic duties, not merely those who exist in numbers.
In simple terms: Government works when citizens participate.
Encourage active civic involvement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- voting
- community meetings
- public forums
- grassroots activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we boost civic engagement?
- What barriers prevent participation?
If participation is low, majority rule still fails.