When I teach a course on political economy, I offer a scenario that is both bizzare and all too real about the dangers of direct democracy. A town meeting is held to discuss the problem of double parking in our community. All members of the community are present. Everyone agrees that the problem is serious. By a unanimous vote, the citizens agree to impose the death penalty on anyone found guilty of double parking.
Thanks for the comment, Ed. Anyone who thinks seriously about the topic SHOULD come to the conclusion that direct democracy has nightmarish implications. I just thought that the summary of this cartoon was succinct and useful. Take care, amigo.
When I teach a course on political economy, I offer a scenario that is both bizzare and all too real about the dangers of direct democracy. A town meeting is held to discuss the problem of double parking in our community. All members of the community are present. Everyone agrees that the problem is serious. By a unanimous vote, the citizens agree to impose the death penalty on anyone found guilty of double parking.
Thanks for the comment, Ed. Anyone who thinks seriously about the topic SHOULD come to the conclusion that direct democracy has nightmarish implications. I just thought that the summary of this cartoon was succinct and useful. Take care, amigo.