Full Idea
Genuine democracy is possible only in a small community where everyone can take part in every decision; and then it is not necessary.
Gist of Idea
Only small scale democracy is possible, but then it is unnecessary
Source
Nicolas Walter (About Anarchism [1969], p04)
A Reaction
It is hard to see how the majority could fail to prevail, even in this local situation. Unless powerful bullies dominate. You can't achieve unanimity or consensus on every occasion.
Book Reference
Walter,Nicolas: 'About Anarchism' [Freedom Press 1977], p.4