Minority Rights

Growing up we learn that majority rules. When voting, the option with the greatest vote wins; it seems like common sense in Middle School. However, as I have progressed through the educational system, I have realized that the majority doesn’t always have the best or “correct” opinion; history provides evidence for my claim. Remember when the majority thought that the Earth was flat? Sometimes, going along with the common thought of the period can be detrimental to society; sometimes, going against existing ideas due to personal research is vital for progression. Hence, it is important to protect the rights of the minority in order to gain different perspectives on solving modern mysteries.
Often the rights of the minority will be overlooked due to their different ideals. Due to this reality, I want to help; I want to study constitutional law in the future, so that I may aid in the fight against majority tyranny and protect the rights of all citizens. I value justice and I value equality. Thus, as these values are shared by the Founding Fathers, I hope to become an agent of progress towards true equality of all citizens. …show more content…
After events such as “Occupy Wall Street,” the legalization of same-sex marriage, and the environmentalist movement, I have acquainted myself with current issues so that I may build my own opinion on each issue. Often, the popular opinion surrounding a specific topic is the result of a mob mentality. Many develop their opinions based off of what their parents, friends, or favorite celebrities believe. I have learned that educating oneself on current events could eliminate the possibility of majority tyranny because more people will form personalized