Good Quote by Walter Lippmann
“Popular government has not yet been proved to guarantee, always and everywhere, good government.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Public Opinion, 1922
Popular government lacks guaranteed effectiveness; democracy does not ensure good governance everywhere.
In simple terms: Democracy isn’t a guarantee of good rule.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate democratic outcomes.
Themes
politics
governance
democracy
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting decisions
- civic engagement
- government accountability
- political reform
Key Concepts
public opinion
policy effectiveness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens ensure informed participation?
- What mechanisms improve government quality beyond popularity?
A Different Perspective
Popular support can be misinformed or manipulated.
