It does not take a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Change comes from a persistent, angry minority that sparks freedom in others, not from majority rule. This highlights the power of committed individuals.
- In plain terms
- A tireless minority can spark freedom in minds more than a majority.
- What can you take from it?
- Persistent minorities can spark freedom more than majorities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a minority effective?
- How do you spark freedom in others?
Another view
It romanticizes minority power without addressing risks.
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