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ESSAY: The People's Voice: The Guiding Principle of Democracy

Michael Corthell  ''The fundamental principle of democracy is faith in the collective wisdom of the people.'' The guiding principle of democracy rests on a profound faith in the collective wisdom of the people. At its core, democracy is a system built on the belief that ordinary citizens, when informed and engaged, can make decisions that best serve the public good. This conviction—that a society can govern itself through the voices and choices of its members—is what separates democracy from systems of rule that rely on centralized authority or elite decision-making. It acknowledges that the cumulative knowledge, experience, and values of diverse individuals can yield balanced and equitable outcomes. A democratic society assumes that people have the capacity to think critically about their own lives, their communities, and the future of their nation. It is built on a foundation that empowers every individual, regardless of background or status, to participate in decisio...