Certain Quote by Walter Lippmann
“What we call a democratic society might be defined for certain purposes as one in which the majority is always prepared to put down a revolutionary minority.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Public Opinion, 1922
Democracy can suppress minorities when the majority is ready to oppress.
In simple terms: Majority may oppress minority.
Key Takeaway
Guard minority rights.
Themes
democracy
majority
minority rights
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- civil rights activism
- public discourse
Key Concepts
political theory
social dynamics
power structures
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect minorities?
- What safeguards exist against tyranny of the majority?
A Different Perspective
Balancing majority rule with minority protection is complex.
