Quote by Thomas Babington Macaulay

American democracy must be a failure because it places the supreme authority in the hands of the poorest and most ignorant part of the society.

American democracy must be a failure because it places the s

Summary

This quote presents a critique of American democracy, suggesting that it inevitably fails because the ultimate power is given to the poorest and least informed members of society. The implication behind this statement is that this demographic lacks the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed and wise decisions, and therefore their participation in democracy can have negative consequences. It calls into question the effectiveness and viability of a system that entrusts significant decision-making power to those who, in the view presented, may not possess the necessary qualifications to wield it effectively.

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By Thomas Babington Macaulay

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