What Is Tyranny of the Majority

question 43

Multiple Choice

What is tyranny of the majority?

• A)When the minority of voters rule over the majority
• B)When the president has absolute power over the people
• C)When the majority and minority populations cooperate for the common good
• D)When the majority of voters turn to mob rule over the minority
• E)When all three branches of government abuse their powers to oppress citizens

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