Edmund Burke, Reflections on the Quotes

A collection of quotes by Edmund Burke, Reflections on the.

Edmund Burke was an Irish statesman, philosopher, and writer, known for his influential work "Reflections on the Revolution in France." Born in 1729, Burke served as a Member of Parliament and held various political positions. His "Reflections" criticized the French Revolution, arguing against radical change and emphasizing the importance of tradition, stability, and gradual reform. Considered one of the founding fathers of modern conservatism, Burke's ideas continue to shape political thought and have had a lasting impact on Western political philosophy. He passed away in 1797, leaving behind a significant intellectual legacy.

In a democracy the majority of citizens is capable of exerci

In a democracy the majority of citizens is capable of exercising the most cruel oppressions upon the minority...and that oppression of the majority will extend to far great number, and will be carried on with much greater fury, than can almost ever be apprehended from the dominion of a single sceptre. Under a cruel prince they have the plaudits of the people to animate their generous constancy under their sufferings; but those who are subjected to wrong under multitudes are deprived of all external consolation: they seem deserted by mankind, overpowered by a conspiracy of their whole species.

Edmund Burke, Reflections on the

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