I am a democrat because I believe in the Fall of Man. I think most people are democrats for the opposite reason. A great deal of democratic enthusiasm descends from Rousseau, who believed in democracy because he thought mankind so wise and good that everybody deserved a share in government. The real reason for democracy is just the reverse. Mankind is so fallen that no man can be trusted with unchecked power. I do not think equality is one of those things which are good simply in themselves and for their own sakes.
- C. S. Lewis. Present Concerns. (71)
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