Nothing is more revolting than the majority; for it consists of few vigorous predecessors, of knaves who accommodate themselves, of weak people who assimilate themselves, and the mass that toddles after them without knowing in the least what it wants

Summary

The quote suggests that the majority, or the masses, is repulsive because it is comprised of a small number of influential individuals, opportunists who adapt to benefit themselves, easily influenced individuals who conform, and a clueless crowd that follows without understanding its own desires. In essence, it criticizes the lack of independent thinking and self-awareness among the majority, emphasizing their inability to make informed decisions or recognize their true desires.

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