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What was John Dewey's belief about democracy?

  • It's a flawed system

  • It's synonymous with the ultimate ethical ideal of humanity

  • It's a temporary phase

  • It's a form of anarchy

Answer

John Dewey believed that democracy and the ultimate ethical ideal of humanity were synonymous. He asserted that complete democracy was to be obtained not just by extending voting rights but also by ensuring a fully formed public opinion.
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