Full Idea
By opting for representative rather than direct democracy, capitalism is said to preclude political community, for which the citizens of a state must possess a common will, which needs their direct participation in decisions.
Gist of Idea
Capitalism prefers representative democracy, which avoids community decision-making
Source
David Conway (Capitalism and Community [1996], V)
Book Reference
'The Communitarian Challenge to Liberalism', ed/tr. Paul,E., Miller,F. /Paul,J. [CUP 1996], p.149
A Reaction
Conway does not accept this claim. I'm beginning to wonder whether the famous British electoral system is actually a capitalist conspiracy against the people.
Related Ideas
Idea 22255 Capitalism breaks up extended families, and must then provide welfare for the lonely people [Conway,D]
Idea 7251 The English are actually slaves in between elections [Rousseau]
Idea 22257 Capitalism is anti-community, by only valuing individuals, and breaking up families [Conway,D]