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 “It doesn't take a majority to make a rebellion; it takes only a few determined leaders and a sound cause.”H. L. Mencken ~ H. L. Mencken (1880-1956) American Journalist, Editor, Essayist, Linguist, Lexicographer, and CriticRatings and Comments Reply Mike, Norwalk 9/3/13 Probably the first time I haven't fully agreed with Mencken. It doesn't take a majority to make a rebellion (for example, the States united war of independence); my ahhh moment comes from "a sound cause." Socialism is not a sound cause ! ! ! Rebellion against tyranny, despotism, anti-law economics (such as Keynesian economics), any form of third party actions (legitimately voted in or otherwise) that are antagonistic to individual inalienable rights and any other form of slavery are sound causes. Reply jim k, Austin, Tx 9/3/13 "The few determined " leaders will usually get the rabble to follow them. See recent presidential elections, and never underestimate the power of stupid people in large numbers. SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This H. L. Mencken quote is found in these categories: 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