Quote by Henry Miller
It is the American vice, the democratic disease which expresses its tyranny by reducing everything unique to the level of the herd.
Summary
This quote suggests that the "democratic disease" or dark aspect of American society is the tendency to strip everything unique of its individuality and treat it as part of a collective "herd." It criticizes the American vice of prioritizing conformity and uniformity over celebrating and preserving individuality. This reductionist mindset is seen as a form of tyranny, undermining the diverse and vibrant aspects of society in favor of a more homogenous and controlled environment.
Topics
Democracy
By Henry Miller