Quote by Henrik Ibsen, excerpt from

The majority never has right on its side. Never, I say! That is one of these social lies against which an independent, intelligent men must wage war. Who is it that constitute the majority of the population in a country? Is it the clever folk, or the stupid? I don

The majority never has right on its side. Never, I say! That

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This quote by Henrik Ibsen emphasizes that the majority does not automatically possess the truth or ethical superiority. It argues that the concept of majority rule is a flawed societal falsehood that should be challenged. Ibsen questions the intelligence of the majority and suggests that wisdom and intelligence may lie with the minority. The quote prompts readers to critically think about the assumption that the majority's perspective is always correct, urging individuals to resist conformity and stand up for independent thinking.

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