Political Power and Majority – Quote by Will Durant

„The political machine triumphs because it is a united minority acting against a divided majority.“

Will DurantWill Durant on political power: A united minority can triumph against a divided majority.
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William James "Will" Durant was an American philosopher and writer.

This quote highlights the dynamics of political power through organized minorities against divided majorities.


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William James "Will" Durant was an American philosopher and writer known for his works on the history of philosophy and culture. He made complex philosophical ideas accessible to a wide audience and played a significant role in popularizing philosophical topics. Durant left a lasting impact on the humanities through his influential writings.

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"The minority has discovered a powerful help in influencing majorities. It has been found possible so to mold the mind of the masses that they will throw their newly gained strength in the desired direction. In the present structure of society, this practice is inevitable. Whatever of social importance is done today, whether in politics, finance, manufacture, agriculture, charity, education, or other fields, must be done with the help of propaganda. Propaganda is the executive arm of the invisible government." Edward Bernays
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