Democracy Quote by Will Durant
““Yet democracy is on the whole inferior to aristocracy.92 For it is based on a false assumption of equality; it “arises out of the notion that those who are equal in one respect (e.g., in respect of the law) are equal in all respects; because men are equally free they claim to be absolutely equal.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Story of Philosophy, 1945
Democracy assumes equal capacity across all domains, which is unrealistic; aristocracy may better reflect varied abilities.
In simple terms: Equality assumption is flawed.
Key Takeaway
Question the basis of democratic equality.
Themes
political theory
philosophy
equality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- civic education
- constitutional design
- public debate
Key Concepts
social contract
meritocracy
governance models
Questions to Reflect On
- Is equal political voice essential for justice?
- How can systems balance equality with competence?
A Different Perspective
Democracy can still protect rights despite imperfections.
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