Democratic Quote by Wendell Berry
“This massive ascendancy of corporate power over democratic process is probably the most ominous development since the end of World War II, and for the most part "the free world" seems to be regarding it as merely normal.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Unsettling Rise of Corporate Power, 1990s
Corporate dominance erodes democratic norms, making authoritarian trends appear normal.
In simple terms: Corporate power threatens democracy.
Key Takeaway
Guard democratic institutions.
Themes
politics
corporate influence
democracy
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- voting
- policy making
- activism
- public discourse
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
media manipulation
power imbalance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does corporate power affect your community?
- What can individuals do to protect democracy?
A Different Perspective
Power can be resisted through civic engagement.
