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I don't know why people think direct democracy is at all good. What evidence is there that the majority know what's best for them?

It just sounds nice to say things like "government for the people by the people". In reality, I see no reason why everyone should have the right to vote. To be honest, I'm not even sure if I think I personally should have the right to vote.

Think of it like this: Do you think a body studying quantum theory would or should let anyone join? Or do you think they should only let people who have expertise in quantum theory? Similarly, why would anyone be allowed to vote? Why the hell do I even want a government run by me when I personally don't understand economics or civics to a level worth any real note?
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Laws are made to protect the minority, but the majority elects those who make the laws. 😂
specman · 51-55, MVIP
@LoneVoice laws are made for everyone at least in America.
@specman Laws are made to prevent the majority from trampling over the minority. Laws are made for everyone to OBEY.
specman · 51-55, MVIP
@LoneVoice The reason laws are made is not to protect the minority from the majority. Without laws it would be chaos.
@specman Laws are made to prevent the majority from trampling over the minority. Laws are made for everyone to OBEY.
specman · 51-55, MVIP
@LoneVoice nope!