H. L. Mencken, (1880-1956) American Journalist, Editor, Essayist, Linguist, Lexicographer, and Critic Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page H. L. Mencken Quote “Democracy is a form of religion, it is the worship of jackals by jack asses.”H. L. Mencken ~ H. L. Mencken (1880-1956) American Journalist, Editor, Essayist, Linguist, Lexicographer, and Critic Democracy , Religion Ratings and Comments Reply L. Hanson, Edmonton, Canada 9/6/12 Democracy certainly deteriorates into this condition; if the Jackals aren't purged on a regular basis. Reply E Archer, NYC 9/6/12 And with more and more centralization of power, we create a god in the image of man. The 'savior' mentality is cultivated by both politics and religion making it easier for our cultures and traditions to be 'transformed' into systems of control ruled by an elite few. 1 Reply WILLIAM W, LEXINGTON E Archer, NYC 8/7/19 An excellent point. Fabian Society formed in London late 19th century proposed gradual replacement of Capitalism by Socialism. Fabians believed in gradual nationalization of the economy through manipulation of the democratic process (Forbes 11/02/2008). U.S. Liberals do not claim the title Fabian but are achieving their goal. Reply Mike, Norwalk 9/6/12 Mencken and Archer, said very well. Reply jim k, Austin, Tx 9/6/12 As usual, H.L. is right on target. Reply Durham, Birmingham,AL 8/7/19 The successful promotion of de-mob-ocracy is a prime example of how to sell a lie to people who have been “educated” in government schools. We need a separation of school and state. SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This H. L. Mencken quote is found in these categories: Democracy quotes Religion quotes About H. L. Mencken Bio of H. L. Mencken Quotations by H. L. Mencken Books by/about H. L. Mencken H. L. Mencken videos H. L. Mencken on Wikipedia Astrological chart for H. L. Mencken