How Minority Rules

I now know why Democracy fails.  I learned this at work. Bare with me, this is a stupid example, but so fitting.

There are 9 of us in our office.  7 of us would prefer to have the lights off.  2 people want them on and blindingly bright.  So in true democratic fashion, the lights stay on all day as the majority are forced to capitulate to the loudly voiced demands of the minority.

Apparently in a Democracy all you have to do is yell and complain louder than anyone else and you get your way.  And that is how minority rules.

Posted: May 21, 2008  | Under: Rants

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4 Responses to “How Minority Rules”

  1. Michael on May 21st, 2008 9:55 am

    I agree with you on this one Cory. Well said. This is why a monarchy is not such a bad idea sometimes!

  2. Dan on May 21st, 2008 9:56 am

    Painfully true. This is why much of the world is designed for the lowest common denominator thereby perpetuating the stupidity of man

  3. Janet on June 17th, 2008 11:03 am

    I think you guys need to join IT. They like to work in a dark cave. I thought businesses worked with the lights on during the daytime hours. I didn’t know it was up to a vote.
    I’m going to be gone all but two days a week soon. You can turn off the lights 3 days and we’ll get two. Or I can see if I can set up my desk in the hallway.
    Janet

  4. Cory on June 27th, 2008 9:27 am

    I think since I AM a developer, that entitles me to work in a dark cave. :p

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