Capable Quote by Wendy Kaminer
“One of the reasons I'm drawn to civil libertarianism as opposed to communitarianism is that I don't worry so much about the rights of the majority; a majority is quite capable of enforcing and protecting its own rights.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Civil Liberties vs Communitarianism, Wendy Kaminer, 1995
She prefers civil libertarianism because she trusts majority groups to protect their own rights without needing external oversight.
In simple terms: Majorities can self‑protect rights.
Key Takeaway
Trust majority self‑governance.
Themes
civil liberty
majority rights
political philosophy
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- community organizing
- legislative advocacy
Key Concepts
libertarianism
communitarianism
self‑regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do majorities ensure minority protections?
- When can self‑regulation fail?
A Different Perspective
May overlook minority oppression within majorities.
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