Always wrong Quote by Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon
“The multitude is always wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Thoughts on Society, 1692
Collective opinion often errs; majority can be misguided.
In simple terms: Crowds can be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Question consensus and seek independent judgment.
Themes
society
crowd psychology
error
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
balanced
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- voting
- team projects
- public policy
Key Concepts
groupthink
bias
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- When does majority opinion prove reliable?
- How can dissent be constructively expressed?
A Different Perspective
Majorities can be correct in other contexts.
